Grant Project Manager

Loyola University Chicago

United States, Illinois, Rogers Park

Mar 28, 2025

Position Details

Job Title	PROJECT MANAGER
Position Number	8102388
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name	SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Location Code	SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (02300A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	Yes
Duties and Responsibilities	Essential Functions: Serves as primary point of contact between Loyola University Chicago and Clinton Elementary Supervises and participates in the hiring and training of out-of-school time program staff. Develops and implements a comprehensive training program for staff that includes culturally responsive practices and Youth Program Quality Assessment standards. Coordinates and supervises school-based youth and adult programming, with a minimum enrollment of 500 students per school year and 100 adults per school year. Coordinates operations of the out-of-school-time program. Uses management skills necessary to effectively address all levels of risk management, discipline and behavior problems in the out-of-school-time program. Plans and makes recommendations for the implementation of high quality program activities that meet the mission and vision of program and that provide a range of learning. Has full responsibility for meeting program requirements in partnership with community schools and families, and University and funder standards for out-of-school-time programs, including record-keeping and monitoring of policies and procedures. Supervises Loyola full-time on-site staff including grant-funded Parent and Family Engagement Coordinator and the grant-funded Restorative Justice Coordinator, along with part-time staff consisting of 20-30 program instructors, parent liaisons, and non-instructional support staff. Coordinates school-day mental and behavioral health supports with Clinton's Behavioral Health Team (BHT) Recruits, trains, and places Loyola School of Education students in classrooms with high ESL needs. May provide direct service to youth and parents. Seeks input from teachers, school staff, LSC members, parents, and students to determine ongoing needs of students and families. This includes an annual comprehensive needs assessment process. Negotiates agreements within the approved program with agencies and individuals who provide services. Secures appropriate University approvals as necessary. At principal's request, and with University approval, assumes responsibility for additional out-of-school-time programs. Assures that site-based grant reporting and evaluation components are completed. Responsible for maintaining expenditures, including staffing costs, transportation, supplies, training, etc. within $450,000 annual budget. Budgeting must be coordinated with school district and comply with district and funder restrictions. Makes purchases for program as necessary.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or terminal degree as defined by department. Minimum of two years professional experience in education, youth development, social work, community organizing or related field
Qualifications	Knowledge of children and youth program strategies that serve K-8 students Experience with urban public education and youth development practices Experience organizing individuals, groups, and organizations toward articulated goals Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills Experience with or knowledge of special education is a plus
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	Position Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Education, Psychology or related field with at least five (5) years of experience working with children in an educational, activity, or social service programs. Must have excellent verbal and written skills. Ability to work collaboratively with school personnel, University staff, parents and community partners. Available to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and some weekends. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Proficiency in required computer programs, Windows, WORD, EXCEL, and Outlook; ability to learn University and funder computer programs.
Computer Skills	Successful applicant will have at least basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft office suite or other, similar tools for word processing and spreadsheet creation.
Supervisory Responsibilities	Yes
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
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Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$60,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$60,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
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