Temporary Interim University Program Manager III- Steps4Growth

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 105 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Interim University Program Manager III at North Carolina A&T State University will serve as the primary operational liaison between Steps4Growth and external partners, overseeing federal grant components, ensuring compliance, and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities include coordinating reporting, managing sub-awardees and contractors, driving stakeholder engagement, and supporting development of job-based learning pathways within the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration or a related field plus at least three years of related experience, including supervisory or lead-worker responsibilities.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in business administration, public administration or related field, with demonstrated management experience of at least 10 years and specific experience managing federally funded grant programs.
• Valid training and experience from accredited institutions.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with participating institutions, organizations and advisory boards to administer the project and serve as the main point of contact.
• Streamline project processes to ensure efficiency and meet performance and compliance goals.
• Act as liaison with the S4G Oversight Team (SMT) and sub-awardees to coordinate implementation, monitor execution of plans, and maintain oversight of expenditures.
• Provide post-award research administration and programmatic oversight, approving budget revisions and ensuring fiscal compliance with NC A&T, state and federal policies.
• Manage advisory board activities, employer engagement, community college partnerships, DEIA strategies and participant wrap-around support services.
• Collect, prepare, and submit required reports and coordinate meetings of project boards (EAB, IAB and other project committees).
• Enhance visibility of S4G through communication activities, website updates, press releases, and social media outreach, while developing project plans and timelines.
• Engage local and regional stakeholders to assess impact on jobseekers and employers, and contribute to outcome reports and policy briefs.
• Monitor emerging technologies in clean-energy research, policy and legislation relevant to career pathways and postsecondary education.
• Oversee daily operations of project staff, including recruitment, supervision and professional development of at least a program manager and a communications manager.

Connaissances

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Budget management

Supervision/leadership

Communications

Formation

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Description du poste

Temporary Interim University Program Manager III – Steps4Growth

The Interim University Program Manager III will act as the primary operational interface between Steps4Growth (S4G), the system lead entity and external partners. The role is responsible for ensuring that all components of the federal grant are executed efficiently, maintaining compliance, and meeting federal deadlines. The incumbent will coordinate reporting, manage sub‑awardees and contractors, drive stakeholder engagement, and support the development of job‑based learning pathways.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with participating institutions, organizations and advisory boards to administer the project and serve as the main point of contact.
• Streamline project processes to ensure efficiency and meet performance and compliance goals.
• Act as liaison with the S4G Oversight Team (SMT) and sub‑awardees to coordinate implementation, monitor execution of plans, and maintain oversight of expenditures.
• Provide post‑award research administration and programmatic oversight, approving budget revisions and ensuring fiscal compliance with NC A&T, state and federal policies.
• Manage advisory board activities, employer engagement, community college partnerships, DEIA strategies and participant wrap‑around support services.
• Collect, prepare, and submit required reports and coordinate meetings of project boards (EAB, IAB and other project committees).
• Enhance visibility of S4G through communication activities, website updates, press releases, and social media outreach, while developing project plans and timelines.
• Engage local and regional stakeholders to assess impact on jobseekers and employers, and contribute to outcome reports and policy briefs.
• Monitor emerging technologies in clean‑energy research, policy and legislation relevant to career pathways and postsecondary education.
• Oversee daily operations of project staff, including recruitment, supervision and professional development of at least a program manager and a communications manager.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the S4G Oversight Team.

Appointment & Work Schedule

Temporary appointment until October 31 2025; potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role. Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration or a related field plus at least three years of related experience, including supervisory or lead‑worker responsibilities.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in business administration, public administration or related field, with demonstrated management experience of at least 10 years and specific experience managing federally funded grant programs.
• Valid training and experience from accredited institutions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity – North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. No one applying or seeking employment will be denied admission or employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or sexual orientation or identity.