Wkar Public Media - Project Coordinator / Project/Event Coordinator

WKAR Public Media seeks a limited-term Project Coordinator with demonstrated experience working with k-12 educators or within the primary and secondary education community. The Project Coordinator will oversee the implementation of a technology-based program designed to close the digital divide for students in a local school district by providing an alternative means of access to educational materials distributed through learning management systems like Google Classroom. The position involves coordinating with information technology staff at WKAR and within the local school district, engaging and supporting teachers and parents participating in the program, and documenting the processes, progress, and results of the intervention based on a structured timeline. This position will report to the WKAR General Manager and work in close coordination with the WKAR Senior Director for Content and Education and the WKAR Director of Education. The Project Coordinator will be the go-to person for all aspects of the project’s organization and timeline.

This is a one-year limited-term position with the possibility of extension based on additional funding. This position has opportunity for a hybrid working schedule with a minimum of two days per week in-office. Remote work agreements are continuously reviewed based on the needs of the organization.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• In collaboration with leaders from WKAR and a local school district, develop an approach to the project that meets the needs of the school district and students.

• Identify, gather, and lead a team consisting of local and remote stakeholders responsible for executing various elements of the project.

• Establish the task lists, timelines, and a meeting tempo necessary for flawless execution of the project.

• Outline and draft project progress briefs and provide regular updates to the WKAR General Manager, the local school discrict, and funding officials.

• Oversee third-party process for measuring project performance results (data collection and analysis) and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

• Encourage sustained participation in the program through consistent outreach and engagement with teachers and families.

• Coordinate with the community partners identified to participate in future phases of the program.

• Familiarizing yourself with emerging technologies.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Knowledge equivalent to that which would normally be acquired in a four year college degree in Public Relations, Communications, Business or in an area related to the work being performed; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible and expansive work experience in a field related to the position including planning and managing special events; Project management experience or demonstrated experience managing large, complex programs involving various stakeholders across multiple organizations; Experience working with k-12 educators or within the primary and secondary education community or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple tasks.
• Experience understanding and discussing new or novel technologies.
• Experience working at the intersection of education and technology are particularly suitable for the position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and driven team player
• Excellent problem solving skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing why you feel this would be a good career move for you.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Description of End Date

This is an off-dated position funded for one year from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal

Website

WKAR.ORG

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends December 12, 11:55 PM