OVERVIEW: Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on-campus position is student-centered to provide high-quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.

MISSION: As North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships.

VISION: Bismarck State College will be a leader in polytechnic education improving lives and building sustainable communities.

COMPENSATION: $64,080 - $80,105 based on directly related experience.

Paid health insurance, life insurance, retirement, employee tuition waiver, and spouse/dependent tuition discount.

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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Director to lead the BSC RADaR (Department of Labor Grant) Project, focused on meeting the objectives outlined by the US Department of Labor (DOL) Strengthening Community College grant. In this role, you will play a crucial part in developing strategies to create, expand, and strengthen apprenticeship programming in the manufacturing and healthcare industries.

• Leadership and Supervision:
  • Lead the BSC RADaR Data Coordinator and RADaR Career Coach through supervision, training, and evaluation.
  • Direct grant activities to ensure deliverables are accomplished within established timelines.
• Grant Management:
  • Develop a comprehensive project timeline with proposed activities, outcomes, and deadlines.
  • Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, rules, and regulations.
  • Manage the BSC RADaR (DOL Grant) budget, monitoring and verifying grant fund expenditures.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and departments to meet grant objectives.
  • Facilitate meetings with businesses, industry groups, and partners to explore and incubate new apprenticeship opportunities.
  • Establish a memorandum of understanding and partner agreements to meet apprenticeship training program needs.
• Advisory Committee Oversight:
  • Establish and provide oversight of the BSC RADaR (DOL Grant) Advisory Committee.
  • Facilitate regular communication between all parties involved in the grant.

• Continuously – 66-100% - Use hands dexterously, talk, or hear.
• Frequently – 34-65% - Reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, or sit.
• Occasionally – 1-33% - Climb or balance, stoop/kneel/crouch, or crawl or lift to 25 pounds.

• Appropriate bachelor's degree with one year of directly related experience in grant management, apprenticeship programming, and/or workforce development.
• Ability to effectively plan, manage, and oversee grant activities and funds.
• Excellent presentation and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Ability to meet deadlines, take initiative, and work independently with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously.
• Ability to influence and establish credibility with others.
• Ability to establish collaborative endeavors, relationships, and alliances.
• Excellent computer software skills (Microsoft Office Suite-Word, Excel, etc., email and electronic calendar) and familiarity with the Internet.

If you are passionate about workforce development, grant management, and creating impactful apprenticeship programs, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

To be considered by the search committee thoroughly complete the application and upload the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copies of transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).
• References

STARTING DATE: TBD

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Bismarck State College does not provide sponsorships. BSC is an E-Verify Employer.

For more information or assistance contact: Human Resources at (701) 224-5531.

Equal Opportunity Employer

http://bismarckstate.edu/employment/

Human Resources*Meadowlark Building*PO Box 5587*1700 Schafer St.*Bismarck, ND 58506-5587

701-224-5531*800-366-6888 (TTY Relay ND)

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.