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Project Director

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Competitive salary Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Summary This is important supervisory work involving responsibility for managing the flow of students in the IYIP, SNAP, Milestone (education, job placement, life skills preparation). Duties include making sure that students are receiving the proper services, referrals, assigning and supervising daily work relative to lectures, classroom and laboratory assignments. Responsibilities also include inventory control, cost estimates and budget requests, purchasing of supplies and related reports and documentation. Duties and Responsibilities Within the scope of program policies and procedures are as follows: Apply Performance Standards written by DHS SNAP, IYIP and Mile Stone Grant Work closely with all aspects of the programs, including enrollment, recruiting, case management, employers, community organizations, and social service agencies. Work closely with the Case Manager, ensuring that the students are receiving proper services and referrals. Ensure that all students are enrolled into Illinois WorkNet

Life Skills Training Assessment on Illinois WorkNet Career Cluster Inventory on Illinois WorkNet Complete employment 101 on Illinois WorkNet

Ensure that all students receive

Supportive Services Individualized Case Plans to include college and career plan goals Re-engagement in education for Out-of-School youth

Assist in the preparation of course proposals, curriculum and specifications Apply and maintain standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures and implement changes as necessary to maintain a successful program Implement and evaluate standardized instructional practices Assist in recruiting students and supporters to the program, including participation in job fairs, recruiting events, and other special events related to the automotive program Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications 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. Full performance knowledge skills, abilities and personal characteristics: Ability to plan, schedule, and supervise work of others; Ability to prepare and maintain accurate reports and records; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Ability to work within budgetary limitations; Must pass background check; Education and/or experience

Bachelor's degree, or possession of a comparable diploma and seven (7) years' experience with management, two (2) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and training Possession of a current, valid Illinois Driver's License throughout employment Computer knowledge (demonstrated word processing skills and ability to use the internet) Strong verbal and written communication skills; flexibility and ability to adapt content and/or style to meet the needs of participants Demonstrated customer service skills and consideration of others Demonstrated ability to learn and facilitate curricula quickly and with accuracy Ability to take into account and analyze various points of view and pieces of data to form a perspective appropriate to a particular context Ability to identify problems early-on and provide support as needed. Skills Requirements

Basic Computer Skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Common practices of standards in Automotive and Financial Insurance Knowledge and skills to understand or perform routine vehicle maintenance following the company's established maintenance protocol

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