Project Manager

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: $60000 annually

Work hours may vary as needed to fulfill assigned responsibilities.

This position is 100% funded by the Strengthening Community College #5 grant from the Department of Labor (DOL) (Award # 25A60CC0000) for four years.

Reports To: Vice President of Academic Affairs

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 projects 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 LPTCs core offerings beyond the grant period.
• Travel and Outreach: Conduct local regional and national outreach such as Washington D.C. travel.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree is required

Experience:

• 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 preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a culturally sensitive environment

Technical Skills:

Familiarity with student management systems Microsoft Office Suite and basic financial tracking software.

Physical Requirements:

Perform light physical tasks related to project coordination.

Condition of Employment:

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background screen.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Must have a valid drivers license without restrictions and must be insurable.

HOW TO APPLY:

You can visit us online at to complete an online application and submit a cover letter current resume certified college transcripts and a letter of reference. Applicants can also submit a paper application cover letter current resume certified college transcripts and a letter of reference to Human Resources Little Priest Tribal College P.O. Box 270 Winnebago NE 68071 or email to .

*Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille large print audiotape American Sign Language etc.) should contact LPTC through the Federal Relay System at . Additionally program information may be made available in languages other than English.

At LPTC we are committed to hiring a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. Indian preference applies. All other applicants have equal opportunities for employment irrespective of their race creed color religion national origin sex age marital status gender identity physical or mental disability orveteran status. LPTC will uphold these principles and ensure that this philosophy is administered appropriately. Arrangements for reasonable accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the Human Resources Office.

Little Priest Tribal College is an Equal Opportunity Employer