Preschool Development Grant Project Coordinator
Full Time
Durham, NH
Posted
Job description
Summary
Operating Title
Preschool Development Grant Project Coordinator
Long Classification Title
Project Director I
Campus Location
Durham
Department
UNH CHHS Human Development and Family Studies
Summary of Position
Under general supervision of Principal Investigator and project leads, responsible for
- the administration and coordination of awardees of Full-Service Community School (FSCS) funding to support planning and collaboration activities by school districts to support entry into and success in elementary education (as identified by the New Hampshire Preschool Development Grant (PDG) through USNH RFP 212023481)
- supporting NH’s Council for Thriving Children Director with the administration and coordination of Council activities.
The position is employed through UNH and the majority of work will be completed remotely. The grant-funded position will end on December 30, 2023 with the possibility of a one-year extension based on funding availability.
Under broad supervision of NH PDG Principal Investigator, administer project and provide technical assistance to FSCS awardees to support preparation necessary for the coordination and integration of academic, social, and health services through partnerships (e.g., community-based organizations, government agencies, private entities, key stakeholders, etc.). Facilitate a professional learning community focused on planning activities, complex interagency efforts, and extensive communication among partners and key stakeholders inherent to a community school model. Under supervision of the Council Director, provide a high level of administrative and operational support, requiring recurring contact with public and private officials and internal and external constituencies.
Acceptable minimum level of education
Bachelor's
Acceptable minimum years of experience
3 years
Additional Job Information
Posting Number
PS4012FY22
Other minimum qualifications
- Experience related to early childhood, early education, and/or research related to publicly funded projects
- Willingness and ability to conduct background research to become proficient in Full-Service Community School concepts, and to plan, design and implement activities to achieve project objectives.
- High degree of self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work with diverse constituencies.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, and independent judgment in all interactions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills.
- Effective organizational and analytical skills, with careful attention to detail.
- Familiarity with computer databases and applications, such as word processing, desktop publishing, and spreadsheets, and meeting applications such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Strong planning skills for managing and implementing complex tasks.
- Advanced degree in related field.
- Ability to evaluate progress and results, and recommend changes in procedures or objectives.
- Experience on major research projects
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/55587
Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.00
Grade
18
EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here:
https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide
Posting Details
Posting Date
05/12/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Closing Date
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
No
Job Category
Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type
Grant Funded
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