Exempt, Project Manager, Cybersecurity Grants

About the College

Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72-acre campus in Bellingham, Washington.

Whatcom offers transfer degrees, applied baccalaureate degrees, professional and technical training programs, basic education, job skills, and community and continuing education classes. Programs and courses are offered through in-person, hybrid, and online modalities to promote access for a diverse student population.

The College is committed to equal opportunity and believes diversity of experiences and cultures enrich our campus community. The College is accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. For more information about WCC, please visit www.whatcom.edu

The Community:

Whatcom's campus is located in Bellingham (population 95,960). Bellingham showcases a strong commitment to education and is regularly rated on "best of the Northwest" lists. Bellingham is midway between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, B.C. Canada.

The city is surrounded by the rural landscape of Whatcom County (population 226,850), which is home to a thriving network of farms and scenic wilderness. As you explore our community, you'll discover historic neighborhoods, waterfront cities, farmlands and mountain towns all within a few dozen miles of each other. Bellingham and Whatcom County are known for their outdoor activities. Whether your idea of fun is visiting galleries, watching live theater, kayaking, hiking, snowboarding, or unwinding with a good book, you'll love Bellingham and Whatcom County. To learn more about Bellingham, please visit: http://www.bellingham.org

General Description of Work

Whatcom Community College welcomes applications for a Project Manager, Cybersecurity Grants. The Project Manager for Cybersecurity Grants supports cybersecurity grants awarded to Whatcom Community College as well as the National Cybersecurity Training & Education Center (NCyTE) and the CAE Candidates National Center (CCNC). The Project Manager will collaborate with other Center staff and support the Centers' Director /Principal Investigator (PI) and grant Co-PIs in carrying out the mission, objectives and activities grant projects. Specifically, this position will help strategize, manage and implement cybersecurity grant projects and activities related to the Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE), educational resource development and dissemination, faculty/institution development, student development and industry engagement. WCC's cybersecurity grants are primarily funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Security Agency, and projects are aligned to and support numerous initiatives that are national in scope.

Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to:

• Develop knowledge of, oversee and implement projects associated with grant and center objectives.

• Manage projects, communicate and coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, collaborators and participants.

• Implement, track progress, ensure deliverables, develop and manage budgets and update and ensure data accuracy.

• Serve as the main point of contact for projects.

• Communicate about project progress and recommend improvements in a constructive manner to Center (NCyTE & CCNC) leaders/administrators.

• Plan, implement, travel to, facilitate and conduct project meetings or workshops in collaboration with other Center staff.

• Collaborate on and ensure all needed marketing and communications related to the project with other NCyTE staff.

• Participate in and contribute constructively to Center staff and project meetings.

• Provide necessary information and documentation for all project reporting in a timely manner and assist with draft report development.

• Communicate effectively and pro-actively using Outlook, telephone, email and other means to all appropriate internal and external parties and participants regarding event details, plans and related efforts.

• This position is on the "front line" in achieving grant goals of superior product quality, exceptional experience, and customer satisfaction.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or associates degree plus three years experience coordinating or managing projects.

• Three years experience in an academic or office setting in project management or related work.

• Strong organizational and communication skills (both oral and written).

• Ability to present information clearly and logically in a public setting and to supervisors.

• Experience working collaboratively with contacts in remote settings and with a variety of project partners.

• Ability to work under and meet aggressive deadlines and to juggle multiple event timelines and related tasks on different timelines.

• Experience managing complex and/or multiple projects.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and virtual meeting platforms (Teams and Zoom).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification a plus.

• IT project management experience a plus.

• Experience working in or teaching in higher education.

• Interest in IT, cybersecurity, workforce development, or related business and technical fields.

• Experience working with federal grants.

• Experience overseeing work of others.

Salary

Salary and Appointment:

• This is a twelve-month, full-time, grant funded Administrative/Exempt position with possible extension contingent on renewal of grant funding. Exempt from Washington State civil service law with an annual salary based on a range of $45,000.00-$60,000.00 depending on experience.The National Center grants have been hosted at Whatcom Community College and have evolved over the past 11 years, and are expected to be renewed.

Specific Position Requirements:

• Ability to travel and work some evenings and early mornings, and work over weekends as work requires.

• Possess a valid WA state driver¿s license for reimbursable travel.

Benefit Package:

• The position comes with a full benefit package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance and a retirement plan.

• Accrues 8 hours per month of sick leave and 14.67 hours per month vacation leave.

• Additionally, as a Washington State, public higher education institution, WCC offers the following:

• Whatcom Community College is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF). If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.

• Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Whatcom Community College Employee Tuition Program, which provides a tuition waiver for available and eligible WCC courses.

• Full-time employees may qualify for Washington State Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) benefit.

Start Date:

• As soon as can be arranged with the successful candidate.

Application Due Date:

• For guaranteed consideration, applications packets should be received by Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 at 5:00 pm. Position open until filled.

How To Apply

A completed application consists of an online application and:

• Cover letter which includes a diversity statement that addresses how you have committed to equity and inclusion in the past and how you might support a diverse workplace and educational environment through this position.

• Current resume.

• Official transcripts of any degrees listed as part of the minimum requirements will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process.

• List of 5 professional references with contact information.

Mission and Vision Statement

Mission: Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional-technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society.

Vision: Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education.

EEO Statement

Whatcom Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. WCC provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of trained guide dog or service animal in its programs and activities. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). As of October 1st, 2020 as per RCW 28B.112.080 WCC will be requiring all finalists for positions to complete a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct. WCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director for Human Resources, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3400. For Title IX compliance, contact: Title IX Coordinator, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3400. WCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Access and Disability Services Office at 360.383.3080; VP 360.255.7182. Whatcom Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.