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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Project Manager-Systems (SIP Grant) - **Company:** City Colleges of Chicago - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $70,251 - $80,000 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Product Software Implementation Methods, Information Technology - **Published:** November 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8baa3d234f221f64 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Social Science, Information Technology, Planning, or a closely related field. * Minimum of three (3) years of program or project administration experience, preferably in higher education. * An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered at the discretion of management. * Experience in project or program management required, preferably in higher education * Experience with software implementation project management required. * Knowledge of public service programs, grant management, program planning, and program monitoring methodologies. * Proven track record of collaboration, self-direction and innovation in a collegial work environment. * Experience in managing budgets and tracking spenddown of grant funds, preferred. * Demonstrated knowledge and experience implementing projects in a complex organization * Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills * Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including donors * Strong organizational and project management skills * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills * Ability to work effectively within a culturally diverse environment * Ability to handle all situations with tact, persuasiveness, and diplomacy. * Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) ## Description Reporting directly to the Dean- Academic and CTE Programs and indirectly to the Associate Vice Chancellor- Academic Systems, Records & Policy, the Project Manager - Systems (SIP Grant) provides leadership and strategic oversight for the procurement, contracting, implementation, collegewide training, and data analysis related to the SIP Grant software and implementation., The Project Manager facilitates implementation and administration of the transfer credit automation technology solution for the district. The Project Manager leads cross-functional planning, working with Academic Systems, Academic Affairs, and Office of Student Experience (OSX) to strengthen enrollment management practices to ensure consistent student outreach, timely follow-up, and support for students at each step of the enrollment process to increase new student enrollment. Performs other duties as required., * Works collaboratively with the Director-Grants Administration (SIP) during the post-award phase of the grant's lifecycle, developing and implementing work plans in alignment with the grant's term and conditions. * Leads the procurement strategy for selecting vendors and service providers, as well as the purchase of equipment and supplies, in accordance with grant requirements. * Ensures fiscal accountability by overseeing cost allocation to appropriate grant fund accounts and ensuring all purchases comply with CCC's procurement policies and procedures. * Monitors project's progress to ensure activities and process objectives are completed in compliance with established timelines. * Oversees the design and implementation of data collection and reporting structures to effectively evaluate project performance and outcomes. * Prepares and submits timely programmatic progress and financial reports in compliance with grant requirements. * Submits required documentation for the grant and participates in audit activities as appropriate. * Supports grant renewal proposal development, if applicable. * Plans, prioritizes, and evaluates assigned project activities outlined in the implementation strategy. * Defines project schedules and project parameters to ensure the technology solution is deployed on time and in alignment with districtwide needs. * Develops and implements operational procedures required to accomplish grant project objectives involving a complex academic software application. * Manages the deployment of the software solution for transfer credit evaluations, * Leads the design and delivery of workshops and training sessions for: o Instruction on the core functionality related to transfer articulation software; and, o Records, and other support staff on the utilization of transfer articulation, and other software features to create a seamless path for students to transfer their coursework. * Oversees the development of implementation status reports, ensuring accurate and timely updates detailing districtwide system utilization. * Oversees the creation and maintenance of manuals and training materials related to grant. * Manages data analysis efforts and presents strategic project recommendations to support process improvement district wide. * Regularly evaluates existing processes and recommends updates to policies and procedures to align with best practices and emerging funder trends.