Project Director, Predominately Black Institutions Grant (PBI)

Position Information-Job Vacancy

Position Information

Position Title Project Director, Predominately Black Institutions Grant (PBI)
Position Type Staff
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)
Department Student Success and Engagement
FLSA Exempt
Grade 15
Salary Range
Hiring Salary Range $71,897 - $92,882 / Annually
Union/Non Union Non Union
Job Description Summary
Monitors the programmatic and fiscal activities of the Predominantly Black Institutions grant (PBI) and will be responsible for the overall administration of the PBI grant, including supervision of staff, budget management, project evaluation, and collaborative efforts for all activities to ensure participant success and attainment of program objectives.

Applications received by September 2, 2025, will be given first consideration.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public policy, or related field required
  • 3 years of successful directing of a PBI grant or a comparable large, federal grant required
  • Two years of supervisory experience required
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • 3 years of campus wide programming in higher education preferred
Criteria
CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Coordinate the effective implementation of PBI program activities, coordinating and monitoring these activities to facilitate maximum utilization of program resources.
  • Establish an effective monitoring system and maintain effective lines of communication with the Dean, Associate Dean, Grant management team, and Senior Administrators to ensure that the program operation is consistent with the goals of overall institutional development.
  • Assist in the development of proposals, reports, plans of operation, working budgets, and other documents critical to the management of each PBI activity.
  • Maintain a file that documents all PBI activities including, but not limited to guidelines, proposals, plans of operation, budgets, account balances of individual program budgets, and up-to-date records of PBI inventory.
  • Work with the PBI Administrative Associate and project team members to submit and/or ensure submission of all necessary financial documents necessary to achieve program/activity objectives during the grant period.
  • Prepare and submit periodic status reports on all activities.
  • Coordinate and disseminate internal and external evaluations, both formative and summative, for the PBI project.
  • Supervise the PBI Administrative Associate and Coordinators/Advisors.
  • Work with members of the staff to accomplish the goals of the PBI grant and ensure that the work of the grant supports the overall strategic goals of PGCC.
  • Communicate with Department of Education and Program Specialist as appropriate.
  • Responsible for developing individual performance goals, setting expectations, and providing supervision of staff with the assistance of the program managers (STRIVE).
  • Coordinate and collaborate professional development opportunities for all staff members.
  • Effectively administer the budget and maintain fiscal records.
  • Promote an environment in the program which encourages the retention and success of students.
  • Coordinate with program directors to verify the appropriate selection of project participants, which includes ensuring maintenance of an effective system of admission, monitoring of academic progress and service records on participants in accordance with federal regulations, and maintaining a current accurate roster of STRIVE participants.
  • Collaborate to provide individual services such as advising, guidance, counseling, and/or tutoring, consistent with the STRIVE program requirements.
  • Coordinate program activities with institutional administrators, faculty, and staff on programmatic needs and procedures.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dean, Student Success and Engagement.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of federal guidelines to manage grants.
  • Knowledge of post-secondary student development theory and/or personality theory; excellent listening and guidance skills; ability to easily relate to student needs and determine course of actions.
  • Ability to support the College to increase student retention and graduation.
  • Knowledge of academic advising in higher education.
  • Ability to communicate orally and in written format.
  • Ability to use current Microsoft applications including Publisher, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of and experience using student information systems.
  • Ability to determine learning outcomes for student activities and programs and assess such.
  • Knowledge of producing documents accurately and in a timely manner through the use of word processing.
  • Ability to perform detailed work independently, as well as, in a team environment.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
Job Requirements
Is Background Check Required? Yes
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus? No
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number PGCC41111/12 GFF4
Open Date 08/18/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Background Check Statement
Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a minimum of 3 years of successful directing of a PBI grant or a comparable large, federal grant?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have two years of supervisory experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States? As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, candidates must present acceptable documentation showing that they are a U.S. Citizen or a resident authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • HERC
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Hispanic Outlook
    • Indeed
    • Personal Referral
    • PGCC Website
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
    • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
    • The Washington Post
    • Other: Please indicate below
    • Educause
  6. How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected "Other" please indicate source:

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Transcripts
  2. Letter of Recommendation 1
  3. Letter of Recommendation 2
  4. Certifications - See Minimum Qualifications for type
  5. Other