| Position Title: | MiLEAP-OST Project Specialist (Grant-Funded, 9-Month Temporary Position) | |
| Location: | Big Rapids (Main Campus) | |
| Department: | 41900 - Trnsf & Secondary Partnerships | |
| Advertised Salary: | $41,000 - $50,000. Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements. | |
Benefits:
| Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans | |
| FLSA: | Exempt | |
| Temporary/Continuing: | Temporary | |
| Part-Time/Full-Time: | Full-Time | |
| Union Group: | N/A | |
| Term of Position: | 9 Month | |
| At Will/Just Cause: | At Will | |
| Summary of Position: | • The MiLEAP-OST Project Specialist will oversee the implementation of the MiLEAP-OST Grant at Ferris State University, ensuring that all grant-funded initiatives meet compliance requirements and provide high-quality learning opportunities in mathematics, reading, and science.
• This 9-month temporary position requires strong program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and grant management skills to support educational programming and ensure effective collaboration with school and community partners.
• The anticipated start date for this position is April of 2025. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. | |
| Position Type: | Staff | |
| Required Education: | • Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration, or a related field. | |
| Required Work Experience: | • Minimum of 2 years full-time of experience in program coordination, grant management, or a related area. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time.
• Experience collaborating with educational institutions, community organizations, or similar entities. | |
| Required Licenses and Certifications: | | |
| Physical Demands: | - Office Environment
- Carrying
- Sitting
- Driving
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: | • Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in K-12 educational programming or out-of-school time initiatives.
• Familiarity with Michigan’s educational policies and grant-funded programs. | |
| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: | • Serve as the primary liaison for the MiLEAP-OST Grant at Ferris State University.
• Ensure full compliance with grant regulations, reporting requirements, and budget management in alignment with MiLEAP guidelines.
• Monitor and track grant expenditures and working closely with university finance staff to manage budgets.
• Oversee invoice processing and partner reimbursement tracking.
• Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with school districts, community organizations, and grant partners.
• Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.
• Facilitate bi-monthly virtual meetings with partners to review progress, assess needs, and align strategies.
• Support marketing and outreach efforts related to MiLEAP-OST initiatives.
• Collaborate with grant partners to track student enrollment, attendance, and required reporting.
• Ensure partners are meeting grant objectives and educational goals.
• Provide guidance and administrative support for the delivery of out-of-school programming.
• Collect, analyze, and report data to measure program effectiveness and student impact.
• Prepare and submit regular progress reports to the Director of FerrisNow Programming.
• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. | |
| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: | | |
| Skills and Abilities: | • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated commitment, experience, and understanding of diversity, equity, and i
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