Connected Communities, Inc Hiring for Education Project Manager Job at Rochester, NY Full Time

Education Project Manager Job Description

Organization Description
The mission of Connected Communities, Inc. is to partner with Beechwood and EMMA residents to break the cycle of poverty through antiracist community revitalization and equitable resource coordination.
Connected Communities is a non-profit public/private collaboration of neighborhood, business, government, and non-profit leaders partnering with residents to accelerate community transformation. The current focus of Connected Communities is to implement the recommendations from the Beechwood and
EMMA Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan, through stakeholder partnerships, across four pillars: Mixed-
Income Housing, Cradle-to-Career Education, Community Health and Wellness, Workforce and Economic
Development.

To learn more, visit our website at: www.connectedcommunitiesroc.org.

General Description
Each Project Manager provides the leadership and management for one of the four pillars. The Education
Project Manager serves as the primary staff person responsible to advance the work in the education pillar, removing systemic barriers, and achieving outcomes. Ideal candidates will be well-organized and energetic, will function well as an integral part of a team, but also be able to work with a great deal of independence.
They will have relevant experience in education, leadership, and management fields. They will also have a firm sense of mission and desire to work with residents, parents, district and school leadership, neighborhood associations, coalitions, and other nonprofits to contribute towards a healthy, viable, and sustainable community.

Essential Responsibilities
Among the essential responsibilities of the Education Project Manager is fostering strong relationships with leaders in education to actualize the creation of a neighborhood educational feeder pattern. The Education
Project Manager (EPM) builds a working relationship with the leadership of School #33 and East High
School. Serves as a liaison between the community and the schools, works collaboratively with the
Community School Site Coordinator at both schools, and recruits, trains, and manages volunteers for education pillar projects and initiatives. Additionally, the EPM serves as a member of the Community
Engagement Team at School #33 and the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) team at East High
School. They work collaboratively with the Parent Coordinator, home School Liaison, PTA Leadership, and
Community Partners at both schools; assisting with parent and family engagement activities as well as student recruitment activities. The EPM oversees and directs the education committee in the development of strategic goals, action planning, and measurable outcomes; builds, manages, and sustains productive relationships with committee members, and recruits appropriate committee members (residents and content experts). Establishes and/or maintains effective working relationships with key partners, including applicable federal, state, regional, and local entities, in order to maximize the alignment toward pillar goals.
Manages efficient day-to-day program operations. Develops, prepares, and submits reports as assigned, and assists in grant preparation, reporting, and presentations as needed. The EPM represents Connected
Communities in various settings and is an advocate for quality neighborhood educational opportunities.

Among the assets being sought are the following:

• Must be able to multi-task and accomplish deadlines
• Committed to achieving results
• Strengths in trust-building, empowerment, collaboration, and community engagement
• Proven competency in people management, team building, and community building
• Strong speaking and writing skills
• An excellent listener who communicates well with diverse populations
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality with sensitive information
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Life Experience: Success in understanding and/or overcoming challenges of poverty required.

Individuals who can show a strong connection to the City of Rochester are preferred.

• Related Work Experience: 5 years experience in education, and parent/student/community engagement required.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. Education field preferred.

To apply for this position, please forward your resume, letter of interest, and salary requirements to Associate Director, Janielle Crocker

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Project Management: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location