Position Description

AEL Program Principal Program Coordinator
Department Human Services
Employment Duration Full time
Salary Range $95,000.00 - $110,000.00
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About Houston-Galveston Area Council   

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.   

We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.  

   

What will I be doing?  

ü Plan and develop new and existing large-scale projects

ü Manage multiple projects, including those overseeing a constortium of 6 Adult Literacy & Education (AEL) providers

ü Develop action plans to streamline processes and achieve expected outcomes in a timely manner

ü Ensure programs and services are delivered in accordance with the Workforce Board’s directive and compliant with all federal, state and local laws and regulations

ü Supervise diverse team of individuals

ü Strategically adjust work load amongst team members

ü Effectively communicate unit and project status

 

Key Qualifications  

ü Experienced in Project Management Principles and proven ability to handle large-scale projects from inception to completion, and anywhere in between

ü Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

ü Ability to effectively handle multiple competing deadlines

ü Skill in allocating scarce resources, including human capital

ü Effective leadership, motivation, and teamwork skills

ü Problem-solving capabilities

 

Do you have…  

ü Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study   

ü 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, schools or in job-related duties 

 

Preferred Qualifications

ü Grant writing experience preferred 

H-GAC is an equal opportunity/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status.  

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