Project Specialist Youth
Project Specialist Youth
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Job Description
Overview
Salary $60000 year
The Project Specialist will receive guidance and direction from the Youth Programmanager on any newly designated special projects and/or special initiatives under the WIOA Youth
Program. The Project Specialist is responsible for collaboration with funders stakeholders and customers to understand the vision and objectives of each special project and initiative on the needed services. The project specialist will utilize project management tools and data tracking to capture customer engagement efforts and outcomes specific to each project or initiative.
Responsibilities
Establish a positive high-performing culture by demonstrating EDSIs core values
Work directly with the local Youth Program EDSI teams and funder in the implementation and
planning of special projects and initiatives
Liaise with funder employer and other partner stakeholders to define project requirements scope
and objectives and review ongoing outcomes
Maintain a positive partnership with funders by attending meetings engaging in proactive
communication discussing best practices presenting program innovations
Collaborate with Youth Program Manager on the budget (if applicable) deliverables and strategy
of each project or initiative
Schedule one-to-one meetings with leadership to ensure that all youth program goals are met or
exceeded
Provide onsite support to the youth program to ensure that case files including both physical and
electronic are tracked and audited
Communicate regional best practices that will support the WIOA Title I Youth program
Support the organization of planning youth workshops for the region
Deliver the outreach screening case management job matching and workshop facilitation
services specific to the scope of work
Serve as a back-up and support to each EDSI staff member assigned to the project
Monitor project progress and proactively address any changes in project plan
Responsible for data tracking of every service provided and utilization of the state system of record
Demonstrate fluid approach to work and actively be part of continuous improvement and training
Travel is required (up to 50%)
Assist Youth Program Manager with special projects that arise from funder requests
Other opportunities as available
Qualifications
Bachelors degree required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision
Use language reflective of a commitment to diversity; demonstrate cultural competence
Ability to interact with a wide variety of individuals and demonstrate a positive professional attitude
Prior experience in case management facilitation and project management preferred
Strong interpersonal and servant leadership skills required
Clean driving record & valid Drivers License required
Excellent writing and proofing skills and proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
