Project/Program Director

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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Department:

Title III | Administration

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Title III Project Program Director (Title III Assistant Director) is a full-time/12 months position and works under the direct supervision of the Title III Program Administration Director. The Title III Project Program Director is second in charge administratively in the Title III Program after the Program Director. The individual in this position is responsible for direct supervision of assigned Title III personnel including but not limited to the Project Program Specialist. This person also acts as the activity director for funded components including but not limited to the Title III Faculty Development Component; delegates work assignments as needed to supervised Title III personnel; compiles Phase I information; develops/compiles information for various Title III reports including but not limited to interim performance report and annual performance report, and grant proposals; and additional administrative or supervisory duties as needed for optimal administration of the Title III Program.

Responsibilities
Performance of tasks and related activities to ensure optimum administration of the overall Title III Program including but not limited to:
• Assist with overall administration of the Title III Program including but not limited to development, implementation, and monitoring of activities which the Title III Program Director may be assigned;
• Supervise assigned Title III Program Administration staff;
• Act as a liaison with program activity directors on an as need basis and compile monthly meeting notes;
• Coordinates quarterly and time and effort reporting;
• Administers/coordinates all aspects of purchases for resources for faculty, staff, and administrators as stated in grant applications;
• Gather and monitor data from comparable institutions to serve as benchmarks and guides to refine future grant activities and proposals;
• Update Title III procedures manual, to insure that the Title III guidelines and policies are followed accurately, disseminate to activity directors and other appropriate staff;
• Oversee the archive of files, previous grants, reports, and other Title III documents;
• Attend on- and off-campus professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in applicable areas; and
• Perform related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Performance of tasks and related activities to ensure optimum delivery of Phase I information/data including but not limited to:
• Identifying and implementing best practice/strategy for collecting and reporting data on graduates from specific graduating classes; and
• Submitting results in a timely manner and format for internal review before submitting to federal funding agency.

Performance of tasks and related activities to ensure optimum delivery to the,
U. S. Department of Education, grant funding agency of:
• Grant applications;
• Interim performance reports (Mid-year performance report); and
• Annual performance reports.

Performance of tasks and related activities to ensure optimum funding, development, and implementation of Faculty Development Component activities including but not limited to:
• Performs duties as activity director;
• Prepares activity narrative, implementation strategies, and timeframe for application to U. S. Department of Education;
• Administers/coordinates all aspects for professional development activities for faculty to travel for professional development activities; and
• Completes and submits quarterly reports.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education administration, sponsored programs, grant management, institutional effectiveness, project administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), EDGAR, and federal grant compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing Annual Performance Reports (APR), continuation applications, budget revisions, and federal grant reports.
• Experience managing budgets, preparing reports, and coordinating multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise information systems.

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience administering federally funded higher education grants, including Title III, Title V, TRIO, NSF, NIH, or other U.S. Department of Education programs.
• Experience coordinating federal monitoring visits, audits, or compliance reviews.
• Experience using Workday, Banner ERP, Argos, Cognos, Power BI, or similar enterprise reporting systems.

Additional Information:

"This activity (equipment, material, event, construction project, position) is funded in part by funding from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education, Institutional Services Program, Title III-Part B Strengthening Historically Black Colleges & Universities Program (HBCU) and Part F Fostering Undergraduate Talent by Unlocking Resources for Education Act (FUTURE Act)".

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position):

Sharron Williams
870-575-8403

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes