Job Title
CSP Program Manager
School/Organization
MAPCS
School Level
N/A
Location (County)
Baltimore City/Hybrid
Employment Type
Full-Time
Job Description
Position Description: The CSP Program Manager will assist MAPCS in managing the Charter Schools Program (CSP) grant. Reporting to the Project Director, the Program Manager will lead the implementation of the CSP subgrant program, including organizing and implementing annual competitions, selecting and training reviewers, and providing drawdown request management. The CSP Program Manager will also prepare monitoring reports for review by the Project Director and will coordinate annual site visits for the annual monitoring meeting. The Program Manager will track any monitoring findings and corrective action plans to ensure timely and appropriate resolution. The CSP Program Manager will perform varied professional administrative and analytical work in developing, implementing, and administering these projects or policies.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter to Stephanie Simms, stephanie@mdcharters.org (subject line: CSP Program Manager, MAPCS). Please answer the following questions:
What is it about MAPCS that resonates with your experience and/or interests?
What makes you an exceptional candidate for this position?
Describe your project management and grant management experience.
Provide an example of a measurable goal for this position.
What are your salary expectations?
List of three references. (We will only contact them after notifying you.)
Policy/professional writing sample
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is by November 2023.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/QUALIFICATIONS
The CSP Program Manager will work within MAPCS to do the following duties, but are not limited to:
Implementation & management of grant program
CSP subgrant competitions for eligible applicants
Organize the annual CSP subgrant competition, including finalizing the application, timelines, and materials
Receive, filter, and take action on concerns and issues from CSP Subgrantees and applicants, could include engaging the Program Director for additional support
Work with MAPCS communications team to market the opportunity
Provide an initial webinar to prospective applicants to explain the opportunity the requirements, and the process
Provide eligible applicants with all needed application materials
Provide subgrant application TA, including pre-application webinars
Drawdown Request Management including: Receiving requests, providing an initial review, and preparing them for the payment management system
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
At least two (2) years of experience in project management, including (but not limited to) meeting deadlines, working within a budget, working with public agencies and non profit organizations, responding promptly to communications and problem solving.
SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION INFORMATION
About the Maryland Alliance of Public Charter Schools
The Maryland Alliance of Public Charter Schools (“MAPCS”) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit statewide organization with a mission to promote and serve the Maryland charter school movement. Our goals are to promote equitable and transparent conditions for public charter schools, offer support to new and existing public charter schools, and drive the discussion around innovative educational practices that lead to positive outcomes for students. For more information about the Maryland Alliance of Public Charter Schools, please visit www.mdcharters.org.