Job Description

Program Manager, Transfer Bridges to the Humanities@Michigan

June 15, 2022

Position Title: Program Manager, Transfer Bridges to the Humanities@Michigan

Department: Instructional Support & Institutional Planning

Job ID: 1354

Work Hours/Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks

Compensation: Meet & Confer Grade 14 - $57,421 (Grant funded through 9/30/2024)

Reports to: Associate Provost of Instructional Support & Institutional Planning

Posting Close Date: June 29, 2022

BENEFITS
Grand Rapids Community College provides an excellent benefits experience for our GRCC family. Our benefit package is designed to enhance employees' health and well-being. Part-time employees have different benefits outlined in the specific collective bargaining agreements and handbooks. Below is an overview of these benefits, additional details are available on the Human Resources/Benefits website:

? Six health insurance plan options (includes a high deductible plan with a health savings account option).
? A unique dental & vision reimbursement program (includes coverage for adult orthodontia & lasik eye surgery).
? Employer sponsored retirement plans as well as voluntary retirement savings plans (403b or 457 plans)
? Tuition benefits at GRCC for you, your spouse and your dependents.
? Tuition reimbursement at other higher education institutions for you.
? Generous time off that includes sick, vacation and personal leave banks.
? Paid holidays and holiday shutdown period in late December!

SUMMARY
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 (UMLSA) 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.

Essential Job 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.
? Other tasks as needed and/or assigned by the Associate Provost of Instructional Support & Institutional Planning.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education/License
? 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.

Competencies
? The following competencies are essential and will be evaluated for our candidates through the evidence-based selection process:

Foundational Competencies
? Responsibility
? Adaptability
? Achievement
? Decisive
? Information Skills
? Reading
? Speaking
? Listening

Occupational Competencies
? Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
? Getting Information
? Making Decisions and Solving Problems
? Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
? Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
? Interacting With Computers
? Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
? Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
? Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
? Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
? Developing and Building Teams
? Analyzing Data or Information
? Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
? Developing Objectives and Strategies
? Processing Information

Equipment Use/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
? 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
? Grand Rapids Community College will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Employees will be directed to our GRCC Policy(s) for compliance information.
? 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.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Grand Rapids Community College is only accepting online applications for this position at https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter and resume in one document. The opportunity to apply for this position will close on June 29, 2022 at 11:59PM. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.

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