Project Manager

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Opening Date: March 10^th, 2025                                           Closing Date: Until Filled
Position: Project Manager                                                      FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt           
                                                                           
Department: Academics                                                          Job Status: Full-Time
 
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.        Salary: $60,000 annually
This position is 100% funded by Strengthening Community College #5 grant from Department of Labor (DOL) (Award # 25A60CC000034-01-00) for four years.
 
Reports To: Dr. Theresa Billiot, V. P. of Teaching and Learning
Organization and Location:
This position is located at 601 East College Drive, Winnebago, NE  68071.
 
Purpose of Position:
Little Priest Tribal College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager to oversee the implementation of the Carpentry Program - Diploma in Carpentry. This full-time position will play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day operations of the grant-funded project, ensuring its success in enhancing carpentry career pathways. The Project Manager will coordinate resources, manage timelines, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve the project’s goals of closing equity gaps, improving employment outcomes, and institutionalizing the program for long-term sustainability.
 
Job Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight and Administration: Manage all aspects of the Carpentry Program - Diploma in Carpentry, including planning, execution, and evaluation of activities over the 48-month grant period.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison between LPTC, employer partners (e.g., Wilcke Construction, Ho-Chunk Inc.), workforce development partners (e.g., Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska), community-based organizations (e.g., Ho-Chunk Community Development Corporation), and secondary school partners (e.g., Winnebago Public Schools).
• Resource Management: Allocate and track grant-funded resources, including personnel, equipment, supplies, and contractual services, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and budget constraints.
• Curriculum and Program Support: Collaborate with the Carpentry Faculty Member and advisory council to ensure the carpentry curriculum aligns with industry needs and supports hands-on training opportunities.
• Evaluation, Reporting, and Data Management: Collaborate with the contracted evaluator and the Director of Institutional Effectiveness to monitor participant progress, conduct developmental evaluations, ensure accurate tracking of participant data (e.g., enrollment, completion, employment outcomes), and prepare quarterly and annual reports for the U.S. Department of Labor or as needed.
• Student Support Coordination: Oversee the delivery of navigation/coaching services (e.g., case management, career counseling) and wrap-around support (e.g., scholarships, stipends) to ensure student success and retention.
• Employer Engagement: Facilitate employer commitments to interview qualified candidates and foster partnerships for job placement and hands-on training opportunities.
• Sustainability Planning: Help institutionalize the program by securing long-term funding and integrating it into LPTC’s core offerings beyond the grant period.
• Travel and Outreach: Conduct local, regional, and national outreach, such as Washington D.C. travel.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience managing federally funded projects, preferably in education or workforce development, is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in overseeing multi-stakeholder initiatives involving budgets, compliance, and community engagement.
• Experience working with underserved communities, particularly Native American populations, is preferred.
• Experience in vocational or technical education programs, particularly in construction or carpentry, is highly preferred.
• Experience working in TCU is highly preferred

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including tribal leaders, employers, and students.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support evaluation and decision-making.
• Knowledge of federal grant regulations, including OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a culturally sensitive environment

• This is a 100% on-site position.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background screen.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Must have a valid driver’s license without restrictions and must be insurable.