Position Summary
The California Workforce Initiative for Support & Education-South (CalWISE-S) Project Manager will report to the Southern Site Director and will manage and implement projects and tasks consistent with the execution of CalWISE-S's mission and goals. The CalWISE-S is currently comprised of 10 graduate social work schools, and associated BSW programs, located in Southern California. In collaboration with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) and CalWISE-N, CalWISE-S provides pre-service and in-service support, training, and preparation for social work students and workers at social welfare agencies. The Project Manager will coordinate, implement, and support various analytical and administrative tasks and projects, working under the auspices of the university deans and directors, who set policy direction in concert with public agency leaders. The CalWISE-S Project Manager supports positive relationships with public partners, evaluation, contractual agreements, and keeps CalWISE-S leaders informed about project and task progress, and impending issues. The CalWISE-S Project Manager, under supervision of the Southern Site Director, works collaboratively with CDSS, CalWISE-N, other Project Managers/supervisors, and other CalWISE-S partners to anticipate needs, coordinate responses, facilitate training, and support a continuous performance improvement program. The Project Manager provides support for developing and continually improving CalWISE-S/CalWISE-N databases and website operations. The ability to support an enhanced framework for holistic reporting on the accomplishments and impacts of the CALWISE-S is an essential element of the job of the CalWISE-S Director. Facilitate training, and support a continuous performance improvement program. The Program Supervisor provides support for developing and continually improving CalWISE-S/CalWISE-N databases and website operations. The ability to support an enhanced framework for holistic reporting on the accomplishments and impacts of the CALWISE-S is an essential element of the job of the CalWISE-S Director.

Salary & Compensation
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Qualifications

Demonstrated experience identifying technologies needed to achieve project goals, assess prospective and current vendor's technology. (Required)

Demonstrated experience with analysis and status tracking for moderately complex, project-related issues through applying professional project management concepts. (Required)

Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and coordinate workflows across projects to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner (Required)

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as member of a research team under conditions of fluctuating workload and pressure. (Required)

Skill in operating various software and web-based applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace Suite, Box, Asana) (Required)

Demonstrated interest and advanced ability to learn new software and web-based applications as required. (Required)

Knowledge of social work principles, ethics, and challenges. Understanding of the specific needs of social workers an (Required)

Ability to effectively convey information to stakeholders and facilitate collaboration among team members. (Required)

Ability to create detailed project plans and timelines and allocate resources efficiently. (Required)

Ability to address challenges during program execution and adapt to unexpected situations. (Required)

Ability to build positive relationships with trainees, instructors and administrators, and address stakeholder needs and concerns. (Required)

Ability to continuously assess program effectiveness and apply lessons learned to enhance future training initiatives. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience /training. (Required)

Project management certification from a reputable organization such as PMP, CSM or ACP to include a qualifying exam. Upon Hire (Required) And

And/Or quality assurance processes like Six Sigma or Lean or equivalent project management. Upon Hire (Preferred) And

Special Conditions for Employment

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.

Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered
Complete Position Description
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