Project Manager

Project Manager, Rural Indiana Workforce Development for MicroelectronicsJoin an organization designed to make a difference, positioned to change the future, and hungry for talent like yours. If you are willing to take the initiative, we have an opportunity for you in a region we call the Indiana Uplands; in an organization with a name that captures its anization OverviewThe mission of Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) is to advance economic and community prosperity in the 11 counties of the Indiana Uplands (Brown, Crawford, Daviess, Dubois, Greene, Lawrence, Martin, Monroe, Orange, Owen, and Washington counties). ROI is growing potential and possibility through a focus on advanced industry sectors, regionalism, transformative school and workforce redesign, and placemaking strategies.Job SummaryWith funding support from the National Imperative for Industrial Skills (NIIS), ROI is launching a multi-year, multi-layered microelectronics (ME) education and workforce initiative. NIIS is an initiative of the U.S. Department of Defense's Office for Industrial Policy through its Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program.ROI will lead this new initiative in the Indiana Uplands, addressing the nation's critical need to increase ME production and develop skilled talent. Rural Indiana Workforce Development for Microelectronics leverages ROI's public-private partnerships with industry, manufacturing, K-12 education, community colleges, post-secondary institutions, and localstatefederal agencies to promote and expand ME training, education, and career pathways.The Project Manager will work alongside the Program Director in leading all activity across the Rural Indiana Workforce Development for Microelectronics' four components: K-12 education outreach, fabrication of physical spaces for ME training ("cleanrooms"), youth apprenticeship programming with high school and industry partners, and a post-secondary ME certificate program.ROI is seeking a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills, an eagerness to contribute to large-scale initiatives, and a collaborative approach to project management. The Project Manager will work alongside the Program Director lead logistics and coordination efforts to ensure the initiative's success and alignment with ROI's mission. Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the Program Director in planning, organizing, and implementing strategies for:The successful execution of comprehensive programmingRisk mitigation and problem-solvingEffective communications and stakeholder engagementData capture and program evaluationFinancial stability and long-term program viabilityManage the logistics of all program activities, including scheduling, reporting, and coordination with external evaluatorsCollaborate with the Advisory Council to identify challenges and develop strategic solutionsEnsure that all federally mandated reporting milestones are met, including monthly status reports, semi-annual reviews, and a final report detailing lessons learnedOversee the preparation and distribution of promotional and marketing materials with the Program Director and ROI's Communications and Marketing DirectorFacilitate coordination among team members working on K-12 outreach, the ME hub training center, youth apprenticeship programming, and the post-secondary certificate programMonitor progress toward program goals and milestones, ensuring deliverables are achieved within timelines and budgetsStay current on emerging trends, technologies, and approaches in workforce development to support program design and implementationEducation, Qualifications, & ExperienceBachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a background in project managementIndustry-relevant experience and familiarity with ME education, research, andor productionExperience coordinating initiatives with diverse teams and stakeholdersStrong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritiesSolid writing and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting reports and presentationsFamiliarity with the K-12 education ecosystem and post-secondary pathwaysKnowledge of federal programs, government contracts, or defensemilitary operationsProficiency in project management tools and techniquesEmpathy, humility, and a collaborative mindsetCommitment to fostering a culture of growthJob TypeFull-time salaried positionBenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, health savings account, retirement plan, and paid time off.Job LocationBloomington, Indiana, with a mix of in-office and travel within the Indiana Uplands region. Occasional travel outside the region for in- and out-of-state conferences and state-level meetings, with mileage reimbursed at the current federal rate.**Submit cover letter and resume to**Stefan WelshProgram Director - Rural Indiana Workforce Development for

Created: 2025-02-21