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Project Director
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Posted:
26 August 2026 (18 days ago)
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Application Deadline:
23 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Position Summary
Role Summary: The Project Director is an integral member of the Workforce & Economic Development team and will be responsible for facilitating and overseeing programming related to student success workforce training and employment. Reporting directly to the Director of Workforce Development The Project Director is responsible for leading planning and executing strategic projects to ensure successful outcomes aligned with organizational goals. This role requires a highly organized and results-driven leader who can manage teams oversee budgets and coordinate with stakeholders to drive project success. The Project Director will provide strategic direction mitigate risks and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. This position is ideal for a professional with strong leadership problem-solving and decision-making abilities who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Supervisory Responsibility: Provide leadership guidance and direction to project team members ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities. Oversee the recruitment training and professional development of project staff as needed. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment promoting teamwork and accountability. Ensure project staff adhere to organizational policies procedures and industry best practices.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Human Services Social Work Management Social Sciences Public Administration/Policy Urban Planning or other relevant areas. A minimum of three (3) years social service planning and work experience. Two (2) years of experience working with multiple community partners and administering program contracts can be concurrent with #2. Demonstrated administrative and managerial skills including ability to plan and coordinate activities among various agencies and institutions and monitor performance according to contracts. Ability to utilize a personal computer and software programs especially Word Excel Access and PowerPoint. Valid Michigan drivers license with fully insurable driving record.
Work Schedule
Must be able to work 40 hours per week with flexible hours on occasion including nights and weekends to accommodate meetings and functions critical to position goals and objectives.
Role Summary: The Project Director is an integral member of the Workforce & Economic Development team and will be responsible for facilitating and overseeing programming related to student success workforce training and employment. Reporting directly to the Director of Workforce Development The Project Director is responsible for leading planning and executing strategic projects to ensure successful outcomes aligned with organizational goals. This role requires a highly organized and results-driven leader who can manage teams oversee budgets and coordinate with stakeholders to drive project success. The Project Director will provide strategic direction mitigate risks and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. This position is ideal for a professional with strong leadership problem-solving and decision-making abilities who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Supervisory Responsibility: Provide leadership guidance and direction to project team members ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities. Oversee the recruitment training and professional development of project staff as needed. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment promoting teamwork and accountability. Ensure project staff adhere to organizational policies procedures and industry best practices.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Human Services Social Work Management Social Sciences Public Administration/Policy Urban Planning or other relevant areas. A minimum of three (3) years social service planning and work experience. Two (2) years of experience working with multiple community partners and administering program contracts can be concurrent with #2. Demonstrated administrative and managerial skills including ability to plan and coordinate activities among various agencies and institutions and monitor performance according to contracts. Ability to utilize a personal computer and software programs especially Word Excel Access and PowerPoint. Valid Michigan drivers license with fully insurable driving record.
Work Schedule
Must be able to work 40 hours per week with flexible hours on occasion including nights and weekends to accommodate meetings and functions critical to position goals and objectives.
Required Experience:
Director
