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Job Description
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Project SANDI Coordinator. This is a grant-funded, renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the NSHE Assistant Vice Chancellor for Workforce Development and Community Colleges. The position is located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions: two universities, a state college, four community colleges and a research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth with significant challenges and opportunities in serving over 100,000 students and 15,000 employees.
Job Description: The Project SANDI Coordinator is a fully grant-funded position that is instrumental in coordinating SANDI project activities and data reporting for NSHE's four community colleges. The incumbent serves as the first point of contact for and between the NSHE institutions and the Governor's Office of Workforce Innovation (GOWINN) for any matters related to the participation in SANDI grant, including program approval.
STARTING SALARY: C (Approximate starting salary range: $60,000 - $65,000 and is commensurate with education, experience, and training.) Benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits.
APPROXIMATE STARTING DATE: October 1, 2022
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with one year of grant reporting and/or coordination (or) associate degree with three years of progressively responsible grant reporting and/or coordination (or) five years of progressively responsible grant reporting and/or coordination.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Successful candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities. It is recommended that applicants for this position address each of the following items in the letter of application:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and/or NSHE grant reporting requirements
• Knowledge of institutional guidelines and state and system policies related to all aspects of the position
• Knowledge of short-term training programs
• General knowledge of higher education structure
• Skilled in planning and managing projects
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining accurate records
• Skilled in standard computer applications and data analysis tools including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to gather, collate, and/or classify data
• Ability to train other employees
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures

RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties of this position will include, but not be limited to:

• Technical Assistance - provides technical assistance to the four NSHE community colleges on grant-related activities, including program design and approval. Helps college staff troubleshoot as necessary.
• Communications - serves as the point-of-contact between NSHE institutions, GOWINN, and other partner agencies. Regularly leads meetings for campus staff and attends statewide SANDI grant meetings to maintain lines of communication and to foster a high level of coordination of grant activities. Keeps SANDI catalog up to date.
• Partnerships - facilitates partnerships between NSHE and its institutions, the Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) and the Nevada State Library system on grant projects.
• Reporting - coordinates gathering and reporting of grant data from NSHE institutions. Writes NSHE quarterly reports and collects institutional quarterly reports for submission to GOWINN grant administrator
• Other Grant-Related Duties - adapts as necessary to respond to changing needs of grant and grant participants.

TO APPLY: The application process will be handled through the Workday on-line search process. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. Applications will be considered incomplete without all requested materials. References will only be contacted for those who advance to the final phase of the search and with prior consent of the applicant. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Sherry Olson, Human Resources, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://nshe.nevada.edu/leadership-policy/administration/human-resources/. For assistance with NSHE's on-line applicant portal, contact Sherry Olson at (775) 784-4901.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Current employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at NSHE institutions. Once you log into Workday and type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate the specific job posting by typing the requisition number (e.g. R0000000) in the search box
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications may be submitted until the position is filled. The review of materials will begin immediately, however, for full consideration applications should be submitted by August 28, 2022.
For more information about the Nevada System of Higher Education, please visit our website at www.nevada.edu. The Nevada System of Higher Education hires only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The NSHE is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted.
Posting Close Date
08/11/2022
Note to Applicant
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.
To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NSHE-external/job/System-Administration-Office-South/Project-Coordinator-SANDI-Grant_R0132558jeid-0a359af8c518fd4fb2c3b9749ec4166e