ECEP Special Projects Manager - Fayetteville, United States - University of Arkansas System

Description

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Closing Date:
05/15/2024
Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:
Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:
Early Childcare Education

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Early Care and Education Projects (ECEP) Special Projects Manager will be responsible for leading and overseeing initiatives and projects that are non-routine and strategically important in achieving our mission of educating, connecting, and equipping early childhood professionals. This position will interact with the ECEP director to plan, execute, and deliver these projects successfully, ensuring they align with ECEP and sponsor goals and outcomes. This position requires strong project management skills, strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, the ability to manage projects from start to finish, and the ability to collaborate with other ECEP personnel and external partners. This appointment is renewable based on the need for the position, availability of funding, and a continued satisfactory level of performance in the role.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least five years of progressive experience in the early childhood field
• Experience or background working with state agencies and other early childhood partner organizations
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience
• Progressive experience delivering academic presentations at national, regional, and state levels and publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals
• Demonstrated experience with project management

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing a budget and ability to project expenses, set spending limits, and create a tracking system
• Prior experience/knowledge of Early Care and Education Projects
• Knowledge of LENA (Language ENvironment Analysis) and the AR Resource Connections website
• Knowledge of early childhood shared resources and their platforms

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Advanced knowledge of early childhood education and workforce development
• Advanced knowledge of the Arkansas early childhood systems and the rules and regulations that govern each system
• Advanced communication skills (written and spoken) and the ability to advise, edit, and analyze documents, reports, and correspondence
• Skilled in interpersonal relationships and flexible in working with internal and external partners
• Ability to advise in all steps of budget management in terms of assigned projects
• Strong project management experience with a proven track record of successfully leading complex projects from start to finish
• Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to use data to inform project quality improvement efforts
• Ability to manage time, information, and resources effectively

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Kathy Pillow Price
Managing Director

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
You will be unable to apply on the closing date of this position
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes