Manhattan Strategy Group (MSG) in Bethesda, MD is seeking an enthusiastic, well-spoken Project Director to lead a 21st Century Community Learning Center Data Collection project at the U.S. Department of Education. This is a contingent position, hired upon award of contract and may begin around Aug-Sept 2024, with a minimum period of performance of 5 years.
The position will report to our Sr. Director of Technology. The 21st CCLC program supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools.
The program helps students meet state and local academic standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and math; offers students a broad array of enrichment activities that can complement their regular academic programs; and offers literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children.
This project is comprised of tasks in the following areas: project management, training and support, web/mobile design and development, data collection, data cleaning, data reporting, development of State reports, hosting webinars, operations and maintenance, and cybersecurity. The Project Director should have a basic understanding of most of these areas but will be supported by the team with specialized experience in all the task areas.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the Department of Education and MSG.
- Work with the Dept of Education to refine and improve the 21st CCLC Data Collection program, 21 APR.
- Convene weekly progress meetings and facilitate review and approval process.
- Create, update, evaluate, and manage the project work including the operation of multiple simultaneous agile development teams.
- Ensure all deliverables are produced on time, budget and resources are efficiently managed, and the technology implementation is done successfully, as evidenced by key performance indicators.
- Oversee the development of project materials and the implementation of project events.
- Review and approve monthly progress reports on activities conducted.
- Facilitate contract modification(s), as needed.
- Manage client expectations and work to resolve client issues.
- Mentor and encourage the project team to strive for excellence.
- Contribute to MSG business development, including identifying possible new businesses and participating in proposal development.
- Assist the business development team with proposal support when needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- 4+ years of experience working with 21st CCLC data, either at the State or Federal levels.
- Firm understanding of Agile and SDLC processes.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational and task management skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Atlassian products: JIRA and Confluence.
- Experience with MS Project, SmartSheet, or other contract/project management software.
- PMP certification is preferred.
- Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
EEO STATEMENT
Manhattan Strategy Group is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
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