Job Title: Project Coordinator- GEAR UP PCPS 

Reports To: Chief Secondary Officer

Department: PK-12 Academics 

Contract Days: 236 Days 

Overtime Status: Exempt

EMPLOYEE expressly understands that this position isfullyfunded by a Federal or private categorical grant, and because this assignment is dependent upon thatfunding, the position will not extend beyond the duration of the grant.

Position Summary: The Project Coordinator will provide high-quality leadership and coordination for professional staff of the K20 GEAR UP for the METRO project in implementing the identified goals and objectives. The incumbent will supervise project-based purchases, document that the resources are aligned to GEAR UP for the METRO goals and objectives, and see that they are successfully deployed to cohort-eligible schools for the use by cohort stakeholders. The Project Coordinator will facilitate Tier 2 interventions as described in the K20 GEAR UP for the METRO grant application, build relationships with students, families, and school personnel, use data to determine interventions, build and maintain reflective listening skills, and facilitate campus visits and site-based college and career readiness activities.

He/she will oversee the training or access to training for K20 GEAR UP for the METRO staff and school personnel in the implementation of the Check & Connect Student Engagement Intervention Model. The director will provide staff development that aligns KW GEAR UP for the METRO grant goals with PCPS district goals. This individual will work in collaboration with the K20 Center Project Director to provide a college and career readiness vision and leadership to the K20 GEAR UP for the METRO project.

Qualifications:

Education:

Master's degree in education or a related discipline

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Licenses:

• Oklahoma State Department of Education Administrator Certification
• Knowledge of PK-12 schools, alternative education programming, and student counseling, especially programs related to student success in postsecondary education
• Skills in leadership and technology integration
• Skills in written and oral communication
• Self-motivated and independent worker
• Ability to collaborate and work productively with individuals
• Ability to appropriately apply technology to enhance program effectiveness

Experience:

• 5 years experience working in education is required. 
• Experience with education technology and professional development in the education arena preferred.
• Varied experiences in leadership and management of a group of professionals and program coordination preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Valid driver's license, car insurance, a reliable means of transportation, and a willingness to use personal vehicle to complete required tasks.
• Job requires manual/visual dexterity.

  Superintendent reserves the right to make exceptions to the minimum requirements.

Responsibilities:

 Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise College Coach staff performance, professional development, evaluation, and retention.
• Collaborate with project personnel, school leaders, educators, counselors, and parent-based organizations to implement GEAR UP for the METRO initiatives.
• Ensure all activities comply with guidelines from the K20 Center, University of Oklahoma, US Department of Education, OSDE, and PCPS.

Program Planning & Implementation

• Plan, budget, monitor, and implement project activities aligned with program goals and school needs.
• Assess the college and career readiness needs of cohort schools and their communities to inform service planning.
• Coordinate with GEAR UP for the METRO staff to design, schedule, deliver, and evaluate college and career readiness initiatives, ensuring ongoing support for cohort schools.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain timely and accurate program documentation.
• Prepare and submit regular reports and respond to reporting requests as needed.
• Provides comprehensive data aggregation to support and fulfill all grant-mandated reporting requirements.
• Support federal reporting requirements by coordinating with the PCPS data department.
• Contribute to grant reporting and ensure compliance with documentation standards.

Fiscal & Regulatory Coordination

• Coordinate with PCPS departments to meet district, university, state, and federal regulations related to federal funding.
• Work with PCPS Finance to prepare monthly invoices and track in-kind contributions.

Organizational Support

• Perform additional duties as assigned to enhance program effectiveness.
• Support team members during peak periods or when additional capacity is needed.

Customer Contacts:

       Internal: Project Staff, Principals, Cohort Professionals, Counselors, Social Workers, Teachers, Students and Parent-Based            Organizations.