CREATE250 Project Director

Organization Overview

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Position Summary

The Project Director provides leadership for CREATE250: Expanding the Civic Promise for All, a federally funded, statewide initiative led by Ball State University’s Center for Economic & Civic Learning (CECL). This position is responsible for managing day-to-day operations, fiscal coordination, reporting, compliance, partnerships, and program delivery across Indiana’s Title I schools.

The Project Director serves as the project’s central administrator and is accountable for ensuring faithful implementation of the federal grant, adherence to U.S. Department of Education requirements, and alignment with Ball State University policies and procedures. The role works in consultation with the Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator, academic leadership, school districts, and statewide partners to ensure the successful implementation of program activities. They are also responsible for the stewardship of federal funds and achievement of grant outcomes.

This role is responsible for the supervision of graduate assistants, undergraduate employees, and temporary project staff.

Position Specifics

• Develop, plan, implement, supervise, and manage the overall project activities in coordination with the Principal Investigator (PI) and the Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI).
• Lead daily operations for CREATE250 regarding the development and coordination of professional development programs, statewide events, and national field experiences.
• Manage grant implementation to ensure compliance with federal regulations and institutional requirements.
• Oversee budget coordination in collaboration with Sponsored Projects Administration and departmental staff.
• Collect, analyze, and oversee the development of required reports, ensuring compliance with the U.S. Department of Education guidelines and the timely submission of financial, narrative, and performance reports.
• Coordinate teacher recruitment, onboarding, and support across participating districts.
• Lead outreach and communication efforts with educational, civic, and professional partners across Indiana, including the development and dissemination of a monthly newsletter, design and coordination of professional development communications, and creation of promotional materials to engage stakeholders.
• Serve as primary liaison to school districts, statewide partners, and community organizations.
• Analyze data collection, project evaluation, and report on outcomes and benchmarks.
• Organize professional development seminars, summer institutes, and Communities of Practice.
• Manage project logistics, including tracking, scheduling, communication/outreach efforts, and documentation.
• Collaborate with faculty content leads and teacher leaders regarding curriculum development and instructional design.
• Maintain project records and prepare for audits, site visits, and report reviews.
• Assign and review work, orient and train graduate assistants and temporary staff, make recommendations in all areas related to supervision, including but not limited to interviewing and selection, discipline, performance appraisal, and training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in education, behavioral and/or social science, or a related field.
• Two years of successful supervision, fiscal, and project management experience.
• Experience in the development and management of student success programs.
• Experience with the implementation of a grant-funded project.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to form collaborative relationships.
• Possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy.
• Ability to work some weekends and evenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Teaching experience.

Salary & Benefits

The compensation range is $60,000 - $70,000.

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