Project Coordinator/Student Success Coach USDA (FT, Grant Funded), CFRE13274HORT

Project Coordinator/Student Success Coach USDA (FT, Grant Funded), CFRE13274HORT College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions. College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of grant funded project, including budget development and monitoring to ensure expenditures align with approved allocations. Assist with preparation, compilation, and tracking of all required financial reports, documentation, and performance data in a timely and accurate manner in conjunction with grant support staff. Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to successfully implement grant activities and meet established goals and deadlines. Oversee all grant program data collection and reporting processes. Design, develop, and maintain tracking systems and databases (including spreadsheets) to monitor outreach, admissions, retention, persistence, and credential/degree completion. Utilize internal data systems to ensure accurate student counts and maintain detailed records for students supported by the grant. Conduct additional data collection and analysis as needed to support program objectives. Represent the Horticulture program through regular outreach to high schools, open houses, and community events to promote the grant scholarship, transfer pathways, and the grant program at COD. Plan and coordinate outreach activities and informational sessions and maintain accurate records of all visits and engagement efforts to support grant reporting requirements. Work collaboratively with the DuPage Correctional Facility contact to oversee and coordinate the enrollment and registration processes for correctional facility students, including tracking student progress and managing scholarship awards to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing. Assist students enrolled in the program with course selection, academic planning, career exploration and goal setting. Support students in achieving educational and career goals and connect them with relevant resources and evaluate outcomes to support program success. Coordinate and monitor student internship placements, develop employer partnerships, match students to opportunities, track progress, and evaluate outcomes to support program success. Plan, develop and implement strategies to reach high school dual credit partners and students to educate them on workforce opportunities and recruitment activities in sustainable urban agriculture. Recruit, hire, train, and supervise student ambassadors to assist with outreach, recruitment activities, program and campus tours, and other program‑related initiatives. Work with economic developers, business associations and local and state agencies to promote the program and build connections to local industries and employers. Assist with special projects related to the grant as needed and other duties as assigned by the horticulture department chair. Attend in‑service and division meetings, and Horticulture Advisory Board meetings, participate in professional development opportunities and complete additional training as requested. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in management or related field required. Experience Three to five (3‑5) years experience in higher education, project management or related field required. Must be highly organized, detail oriented, results driven, self‑starter, problem solver, and have the ability to maintain a prominent level of confidentiality. Must have advanced computer skills, including data collection and analysis. Must have exceptional written and oral communication and customer‑relations skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience working with adult students and providing support is preferred. Experience with writing grant reports, budgets and financial aid is preferred. Working Conditions Some work will include working with inmates at the DuPage County Correctional Facility. Travel as needed, in own vehicle, to meet requirements of the position. Must have a valid driver's license. Flexible availability days, night and/or weekends, on and off campus, or via Zoom to meet requirements of the position. This position requires a background check and drug screen. Hiring Range Starting pay begins at $60,064 based on experience. Benefits Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. College of DuPage also offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision effective the first day of employment, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. The College of DuPage is committed to recruiting and retaining high‑performing talent to our institution, continuing our tradition of excellence. We encourage all people across the broad spectrum of those communities we serve to explore and apply for positions at COD for which they believe they are qualified. College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr College of DuPage