The ASMP Grant Manager plays a crucial role in connecting internal and external entities within the Alaska education system. This position requires extensive knowledge of the Alaskan educational landscape and a deep understanding of the unique needs of rural and urban communities. The Coordinator will manage educational grants, ensuring compliance and effective implementation while leading collaborative teams to meet project goals. With over 20 years of experience in the Alaska educational system, including a minimum of 10 years in both rural and urban settings as a teacher or administrator, the ideal candidate will drive initiatives that enhance teacher professional development and improve educational outcomes statewide.
The ASMP Grant Manager serves as a critical link between internal and external entities and the University, facilitating communication among grant funders, evaluators, consultants, and ASMP staff. This role ensures compliance with grant laws and aligns innovative education programs across varying timelines and funding sources.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct organizational and mentor program planning.
- Maximize efficiencies as outlined in grant awards.
- Collaborate on program development plans, including grant writing.
- Lead teams of educators and consultants to meet project deadlines.
- Create communication strategies for diverse audiences, including administrators and students.
- Oversee budgeting for grant line items.
- Identify staffing needs and develop position descriptions.
- Train new hires and participate in management discussions to ensure compliance and project progress.
- Research and secure funding for outreach initiatives.
- Work with the K-12 Outreach Advisory Board to establish educational goals.
- Present at workshops and conferences to enhance outreach partnerships and achieve agency objectives.
The ideal candidate for the ASMP Grant Manager position will possess extensive institutional knowledge of the Alaska education system, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities it presents. A deep familiarity with rural Alaskan communities, cultures, and languages is essential for addressing the mentoring needs of educators in these areas.
Candidates should have a proven background in educational grant management and implementation, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex funding processes effectively. Experience in both classroom teaching and administration across diverse settings is crucial, ensuring a well-rounded perspective on the educational landscape.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 20+ years total working experience in the Alaska educational system.
- 10+ years experience as classroom teacher or administrator in rural Alaska.
- 10+ years experience as classroom teacher or administrator in urban Alaska.
Position Details:
This position is located on the Troth Yeddah campus in Fairbanks, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 81, based on education and experience.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. The first date of review will be October 23, 2024. Please submit a cover letter and resume in your application.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Shea Monsey, School of Education HR Coordinator, at smonsey@alaska.edu.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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