Job Posting End Date: May 6, 2024 at 11:59pm CST Hiring range: $29.24 to $40.92 per hour. The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on 05/06/2024 in order to be considered Position Description The Anoka County Job Training Center (JTC) is seeking a temporary Associate Project Manager to provide general administration such as record keeping, financial activities, clerical and secretarial support, and coordination for Anoka County JTC projects. This temporary position will support project management activities and coordinates the development and administration of departmental budget with many funding sources and costs allocated to different grants or funding streams. The Associate Project Manager assists in the development of programmatic guidance as well as ensure compliance and funding guidelines. This temporary, non-exempt, remote/hybridposition is located at the Blaine Human Service Center. Pay & Benefits Salary: $29.24 to $40.92 per hour. 2024 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 32: $29.24 to $40.92 per hour. Advancement/professional development opportunities. Work Location This position will work at Blaine Human Service Center, located at 1201 89th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55434. This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Associate Project Manager - Job Training Center (Temporary) Assist in the completion of reports, standards, and schedules in support of Job Training Center projects. Ensure project actuals are measured against intended milestones, budgetary guidelines and/or other performance indicators. Perform activities of the project lifecycle ensuring that project objectives are delivered on time and within budget. Plan, develop, and monitor the Job Training Center's fiscal systems ensuring functionality and integrity of financial budgeting and recordkeeping. Monitor program budgets and grant spending. Prepare reports on all grants. Assist in the development of departmental policies and procedures. Interpret program and legislative regulations and guidelines. Develop and implement program plans and complete program evaluations. Monitor budgets and performance standards. Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Requires a bachelor's degree. Five years of full-time (2,080 annual hours) job-related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field. Previous leadership experience. Previous experience in fund or grant accounting. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial systems and county organization and operation and ability to apply that knowledge. Able to analyze, develop, and interpret rules, regulations, policies and practices. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Physical Demands and Work Conditions Standard office environment, and outdoor work sites in all weather conditions depending on assignment Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to w rk on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to security technology equipment depending on assignment Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions Selection Process It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Pre-employment Requirements Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. About Anoka County As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees . Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: Anoka County is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner which will further the principles of equal employment opportunity.