Position Title:
AimUp project Manager
HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
JOB TITLE: Aim Up Project Manager
REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Workforce Training
DEPARTMENT: Workforce development
EXEMPT: Yes
VICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of Workforce Development and Governmental Affairs
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION
All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.
The Aim Up Project Manager is responsible for the development and delivery of cutting-edge training services for Mississippi manufacturers. This position will also serve as the liaison with institutions and vendors involved with the AiMUp efforts and will lead the demonstration side of the lab and “train the trainer” workshops. This position will be responsible for instructing AiMUp courses and for recruiting students into these courses.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Preferred: Associates Degree in related field such as: Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Technology Management, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance or Drafting and Design, from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
Preferred: At least 3 years of work Experience in the Manufacturing or closely related field.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Use available data sources to identify potential AiMUp clients.
2. Build AiMUp Center to the necessary capability, capacity, and culture to operate facility with the highest standards of excellence.
3. Develop and implement the systems and processes needed to run the center, including emerging manufacturing industry trends, new automation technologies, and additive manufacturing.
4. Market and promote the AiMUp services and programs to manufacturers, economic development organizations, trade and professional groups, government entities, and other groups.
5. Liaison with K-12 schools to provide career exploration opportunities for students.
6. Coordinate with Mississippi State University and other state institutions through the AiMUp initiative to implement future phases of the AiMUp lab.
7. Generate revenues through high-quality proposals, narratives, applications and supporting documents to fund operation and expansion of the AiMUp lab, including MOU’s related to Workforce, Apprenticeship, Continuing Education, or special projects.
8. Establish, plan, execute, oversee, and close projects effectively.
9. Facilitate the delivery of Workforce, Apprenticeship, and Continuing Education services to clients with the intent of improving productivity and competitiveness.
10. Build and maintain an atmosphere of teamwork among staff members.
11. Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
12. Maintain all records and files related to project management in an organized manner in adherence with college policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with accountability system, including internal and external audits.
13. Produce reports as needed for program stakeholders.
14. Anticipate and adapt to the evolving needs of business/industry while working as an integral part of Teaching & Learning, Adult Education, Institutional Research, and other facets of Community Campus.
15. Develop and implement creative problem-solving skills, as needed to stay relevant and meet business/industry needs.
16. Provide support and assistance in the acquisition and implementation of external grant programs and other special projects.
17. Complete all project management tasks and special projects in an accurate and timely manner.
18. Serve on college committees and councils as assigned.
19. Represent the College Workforce division at conferences, seminars, and state Workforce meetings, as appropriate.
20. Be willing to work flexible hours as needed..
21. Provide attention to details in correspondence, records, and reports, such as complete information as to the nature of all phone calls or visits.
22. Champion the role the college plays in service to the community.
23. Independently compose and type correspondence involving complex, sensitive, and non -routine matters.
24. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Workforce Development.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.
We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results
Mission
Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
Vision
Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
Values
Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:
EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources
PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu
Title IX Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator
PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Position Type:
12 Month 260 Days
Job Classification:
Workforce
Scheduled Hours:
40
