00002060 - Program Manager, Transfer Bridges

Funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Transfer Bridges to the Humanities grant strategically partners Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) with the University of Michigan’s College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (UM-LSA) to create robust pathways to support GRCC students in their successful transfer to UM-LSA.  The Program Manager for the Transfer Bridges to the Humanities@Michigan Program will perform all duties related to the implementation of the grant requirements.  This role will provide leadership, oversight, and coordination to GRCC grant stakeholders including, but not limited to, UM-LSA grant partners; faculty in humanities-related disciplines; Honors Program staff and faculty; transfer and articulation staff; academic advising faculty and staff; student support services faculty and staff; and GRCC students who intend to transfer to UM-LSA.

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Position Number: 00002060
Employee Group:  Professional, Management and Administration
Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation:
Benefits: Full-time Part-time Limited Benefits
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee the daily operations and management of the grant subcontract as directed by the Associate Provost of Instructional Support & Institutional Planning

• Support collaboration among GRCC staff and faculty involved with the Transfer Bridges program, e.g. through scheduling meetings, planning events, and facilitating communication

• Cooperate with the UM-LSA-based Project Manager on planning joint events, including working group meetings, training institutes, and writing retreats

• Track student program participants for communication and assessment purposes

• Compile information for, and assist with copyediting of the program annual report back to the Mellon Foundation

• Manage grant budget, purchasing, contract, and related operations in coordination with GRCC finance and grants staffl and in cooperation with the UM-LSA-based Project Manager.  Perform these duties in compliance with GRCC policies and procedures 

• Prepare timelines, reports, and analysis of student participation data to the Associate Provost of Instructional Support & Institutional Planning on a regular basis

• Provide program updates to GRCC and UM-LSA stakeholders on a regular basis

• Collaborate with the Director of Experiential Learning,  the Director of Transfer & Articulation Services, and the Dean of Student Success to support the program

• Communicate goals, objectives, and milestones to GRCC and UM-LSA stakeholders

• Develop and implement a communication plan to inform students of upcoming events, results of activities, and opportunities for participation

• Create and maintain a Transfer Bridges to the Humanities@Michigan Program website with program updates, opportunities, student achievements, community news, etc.

• Lead the GRCC Transfer Bridges to the Humanities@Michigan Program Advisory Team and serve on other related college committees, teams, and community projects as appropriate and requested

• Ensure that correspondence is acted upon, referring appropriate matters to grant stakeholders and following through to ensure action is taken

• Ensure that general and confidential filing is maintained in a system allowing for ready retrieval of program records

• Prepare bi-weekly reports and attend Instructional Support & Institutional Planning staff meetings as directed by the Associate Provost of Instructional Support & Institutional Planning

• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position

• Persons in this role are identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). CSAs will be trained and responsible for reporting Clery Reportable Crimes to Campus Police as required by the Clery Act

• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position

• Performs other related duties as assigned

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Educational Credentials

• Bachelor's Degree required; degree emphasis in humanities, social sciences, education, or related field is preferred

• Master’s Degree preferred; degree emphasis in humanities, social sciences, education, higher education, leadership, or another related field is preferred

• National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) preferred

Work Experience

• Experience working in a college/university student or academic affairs area

• Experience managing a grant program

• Knowledge of best practices in transfer services and strategies

• Experience collaborating with students, academic faculty, staff, and community partners

• Experience working with faculty to support curriculum and assessment, co-curricular programming, and event coordination

• Experience with all aspects of programming including goal setting, project planning, implementation/logistics, evaluation, and reporting

• Experience with academic applications for various technologies (video conferencing, ePortfolios, learning management systems, etc.)

• Experience designing marketing materials, including web-and print-based, as well as use of social media platforms

Skills

• Proficient in the use of electronic student information systems (PeopleSoft, Banner, etc.), as well as Microsoft Office, Google Applications, and/or other related internet applications

• Excellent presentation skills for individual and group audiences

• Ability to maintain a positive student and customer-oriented approach in a demanding work environment

• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

• Proven experience in working with diverse populations both with individuals and groups

• Understanding of confidentiality as related to FERPA guidelines

• Understanding of the mission of community colleges

• Ability to organize work, handle multiple tasks, and meet timelines

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

• Ability to self-initiate, work independently and collaboratively

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds

• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time

Mental Demands

• Possess mature judgment and be flexible in regards to managing multiple deadlines, projects, and responsibilities simultaneously

• Demonstrate initiative and organizational and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to perform routine and unexpected duties with minimum supervision

• High energy level with enthusiasm and interest in helping and supporting students, staff, and the general public

Working Conditions

• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website

• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team in a multi-person and high volume academic and student affairs department

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed