Montclair State University · 2 hours ago
Project Director, NJ250
Montclair, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
4+ years expMontclair State University is seeking a Project Director for the NJ250 initiative, a grant-funded program celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary. The Project Director will oversee project implementation, ensure compliance with Department of Education guidelines, and provide leadership in achieving project objectives and fiscal oversight.
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Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and daily oversight of the NJ250 grant in accordance with Department of Education guidelines
Monitors and supports project activities as executed by project activity directors
Works closely with the co-Principal Investigators and the external evaluator to implement the comprehensive project evaluation plan
Oversees all fiscal aspects of the project, including development of the budget, expenditure monitoring, and compliance reporting
Ensures the timely preparation and submission of fiscal, technical, and performance reports to both the University and the U.S. Department of Education
Authorizes project expenditures and maintains budgetary controls to ensure funds are appropriately utilized in support of project objectives
Ensures accurate documentation of grant-related data, including fiscal records, student participation, and program outcomes
Supports the institutionalization of successful project practices and collaborates with academic departments to promote sustainability
Coordinates promotional materials about the project with University Communications and Marketing
Develops and maintains program documentation
Utilizes Workday and other systems to onboard staff, procure services, track time and leave, and manage grant-related operations
Participates in relevant University committees and initiatives related to project objectives
Performs other duties as assigned
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field
Minimum of four years of professional experience in higher education, preferably in academic affairs or project management at a university
Experience working with a variety of stakeholder groups
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in Google suite, Zoom, Canvas, and other relevant administrative tools
Familiarity with project management, reporting, and budgetary processes
Preferred
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field
Previous experience with federal grant administration, particularly U.S. Department of Education grants
Experience with institutional data systems and electronic procurement platforms
Knowledge of federal compliance and reporting procedures related to grant programs
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Company
Montclair State University
Montclair State University is a school in Montclair.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.41MKey Investors
AmeriCorps Public AlliesNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2024-07-09Grant· $0.73M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2022-06-28Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
Benjamin Durant
Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President for Finance and Operations
Jerry DeSanto, Ed.D.
Interim CIO/VP Information Technology
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