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This position is responsible for programmatic assistance, budgetary oversight, and technical support to key stakeholders, working towards accomplishing the Perkins grant’s funding objectives in compliance with MSDE requirements. The Carl D. Perkins Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 (Perkins IV) as amended by the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act of 2018 (Perkins V) provides federal funding to Howard Community College to support career and technical education programs that provide students with the academic and technical skills necessary to succeed in today’s knowledge- and skills-based economy. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) disburses and administers federal Perkins V funds. The coordinator works with faculty and staff to research, write, develop, edit, and report grant applications and proposals.

• Coordinates work efforts with Deans, faculty, and program administrators to prepare the college’s annual Perkins Plan, including determining objectives and outcomes, identifying program needs, planning expenditures, and establishing timelines for meeting outcomes.

• Serves as the primary contact between college and MSDE, advising faculty and staff on Perkins grant guidelines and regulations, allowable use of grant funds, and ensuring programs, activities, and purchases are in compliance with MSDE requirements.

• Works closely with the college’s Finance Office to create a budget for personnel, purchasing and other program related expenses using Perkins funds, allocating appropriate level of funds to accounts.

• Monitors accounts and tracks expenditures to ensure funds are spent in compliance with the MSDE approved Perkins Plan. Prepares budget modifications and initiates budget transfers as needed to ensure grant objectives and timelines are being met.

• Coordinates meetings with Department Chairs, program administrators, industry partners and other key stakeholders to review progress of stated program goal and objectives against funding requirements

• Prepares quarterly progress reports and assists with programmatic monitoring visits and other reporting requirements.

• Provides technical and operational support in coordinating and executing various grant funded activities including professional development workshops and student events.

• Prepares quarterly reports documenting program activities and fund expenditures, intended outcomes, and success in meeting outcomes, working in collaboration with the Dean, Department Chairs, and college administrators to ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements.

• Monitors and tracks budget expenditures across accounts and objective allocations; initiates budget modifications and prepares paperwork for the transfer of funds allowable under the grant’s guidelines.

• Monitors the preparation of purchase requisitions to ensure grant funds are properly expended. Research vendors, requests quotes, and works with the Procurement Office to coordinate and expedite the procurement process.

• Manage inventory of equipment and other non-consumable items purchased through grant funds as required by grant guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree with two years of experience in grant development, outreach, and management.

• Proven ability to write, report, and manage grants.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

• Detail oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills; proven grant writing and reporting skills.

• Skills in networking, building relationships, outreach, negotiating partnerships, collaboration with individuals and organizations, creative thinking, needs assessment, market analysis, and reporting.

This position reports to on campus office with limited telework as determined by the supervisor and division policy. Some local travel to community events. Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility required.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college’s application in full).

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.