Advancing the Science of Reading Grant Project Manager

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Position Title	Advancing the Science of Reading Grant Project Manager
About this Opportunity	The Department of Elementary Education welcomes applicants for a Grant Project Manager – Advancing the Science of Reading. The salary for this position is: $65,000.
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FLSA
Hrs/Week	40
Length of Assignment	Full-Time At-Will
Position Function	The Advancing the Science of Reading Grant Project Manager will collaborate with the BSU grant team to implement, monitor, and assure compliance with the grant activities, goals, and budget. Under the direction of the Chair of Elementary Education, the Project Manager will facilitate collaboration structures, take the lead on partnership communications and collaborations, engage in grant data management and report writing, and maintain grant records and resources. The Project Manager will execute the position responsibilities, including participation in weekly BSU grant team meetings and performance of other assigned duties. This position is grant funded, and the individual hired will have an At Will assignment.
Minimum Education	Bachelor’s degree in education or a relevant field from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience	Experience in P-12 educational settings
Minimum Other	Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and virtual meeting platforms. Strong communication (written and oral) and collaboration skills.
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education	Master’s degree in education or a relevant field from an accredited institution.
Preferred Experience	Experience working with a range of educational stakeholders within the P-12 continuum, university, and community.
Preferred Other	Demonstrated knowledge of Indiana’s Science of Reading legislation and Science of Reading research. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, social justice, and community engagement.
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised	Student worker
Required Certifications	none
EEO Statement	Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Department	Elementary Education:800060
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number	765-285-8560 or [email protected]

Duties & Responsibilities

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Job Duty	The Grant Manager will collaborate with the BSU grant team to implement, monitor and assure compliance with the grant activities, goals and budget. Will manage all project activities, including faculty professional development, program and course revisions and networking activities.

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Job Duty	Under the direction of the Chair of Elementary Education, the Project Manager will facilitate collaboration structures by taking the lead on partnership communications and collaborations.

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Job Duty	Collaborate in BSU grant team’s compliance assurance by monitoring implementation of grant activities, tracking internal accounting, and preparing accountability reports.

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Job Duty	Collect, manage, and share grant records and data.

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Job Duty	Lead initiatives in support of teacher candidate preparation to implement science of reading-aligned instruction and the mission of the department.

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Job Duty	Meet weekly with the co-PIs to ensure grant objectives are being met.

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Job Duty	Identify, obtain, and organize grant resources (including literature, experts in the field and on the community, etc.) to support implementation of grant activities and goals.

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Job Duty	Support the BSU grant team in attending and hosting grant-related meetings and convenings as needed.

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Job Duty	Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	202401495P
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	07/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)	06/30/2026
Open Date	02/26/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date	03/18/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter	In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’