Project Coordinator 2 - Staff Accountant

Posting Number : 240114 Job Title : Project Coordinator 2 - Staff Accountant Applicant Notification : Department Information

Our College Finance Department is seeking to hire a full-time Staff Accountant (Project Coordinator 2) Search Information

• Provide all documents as requested.
• A resume may not take the place of any section of the application.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Application is used to determine the initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered.

Location : Main Campus Classification : Project Coordinator 2 Position Type : Classified Anticipated Start Date : Upon Hire Salary / Wage : Hourly Salary / Wage Range : $ - $ (Classified Hourly Pay Level 17) Salary / Compensation Statement :

• Hourly wage reflects an approximate annual salary of $69,000 $101,191
• New employees may not be placed on the salary schedule higher than any current employee in this classification with the same or greater number of years’ relevant experience and education.
• Lane’s robust package includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance, basic term life insurance, long term disability, vacation leave, personal time and paid sick leave.
• Lane Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the . Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.

Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the

Grant Statement : Working Schedule : Full-time; Variable work hours based upon department needs; Mornings, evenings, and weekends may be required.

FLSA : Non-Exempt Position Status : Permanent Full / Part : Full-Time Annual Schedule : 260 Day (12 Month) Annual Schedule Details : Quicklink for Posting : POSTING TEXT Posting Date : 08 / 01 / 2024 Closing Date : 08 / 28 / 2024 Applicant Pool : No Open Until Filled : No Required QUALIFICATIONS Required Education : A bachelor’s degree with course work in a related field.

Required Experience : Eight (8) years of accounting / finance experience with at least three (3) years in progressively increasing project management role or responsibility.

Licensure or Certification Requirements Conditions of Employment :

Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

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Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Education Preferred Experience Extensive experience in accounting with a focus on General Ledger management, account reconciliation, budgeting, and employee supervision.

Language Statement We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students. Bilingual / Multicultural Statement : Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane’s commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement.

We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought.

We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education Equivalency Statement : We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and / or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.

Position Purpose : This position coordinates and leads the work of College Finance employees. This position plans work, assigns tasks, provides priorities, and trains staff.

This position is available to answer questions and troubleshoot problems daily and may have substantial input into hiring decisions and performance evaluations. Essential Functions :

• Adhering to funding agency guidelines and College administrative policies, will establish procedures, set priorities, and direct the overall operation of the project.
• This role includes defining long and short-range goals and objectives, managing contracts with subcontractors, evaluating staffing needs, and overseeing the recruitment and evaluation of staff.
• Responsible for administering the General Ledger, Account reconciliation, budget and capital outlay requests while monitoring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, policies, procedures, and regulations.
• This position involves recommending changes to College procedures and policies, evaluating and revising project and departmental policies, and ensuring the timely preparation of required budget and progress reports.
• Assesses the needs of clients or service recipients and develops procedures to deliver services effectively : this includes providing and coordinating training opportunities and events for staff and target audiences related to project goals, serving as the liaison and advocate for the project with College departments, the community, and other agencies.
• The role requires establishing and coordinating with user groups, developing network relationships with individuals, coalitions, and agencies working on issues related to goals, representing the College at evaluation and budget negotiation sessions, and providing technical assistance to College staff and outside agencies on related matters.
• Coordination with other agencies to ensure the College’s obligations are met and collaboration with representatives of state, federal, and local agencies on delivering services are also key responsibilities.
• The role requires ensuring that all financial aspects align with accounting principles and standards, overseeing the preparation and analysis of financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting regulations, developing and implementing financial controls to safeguard assets, providing detailed financial reports to funding agencies and College administration, and collaborating with the accounting department to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• This position requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to social justice and diversity.
• Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equity and Inclusion

Demonstrate Lane Community College’s core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences.

These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities.

• Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status.
• Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public.
• Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College’s Human Resources and Disability Resources departments;

support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.

Supervision Statement : Reports to and works under the guidance of the Controller. Work is performed independently based on previous knowledge and professional judgment, according to local, state, and federal regulations, applicable laws, College policies and program guidelines.

This position coordinates and leads the work of Project Coordinators, Administrative Specialists, Project Specialists, hourly employees, volunteers and / or student workers.

This position plans work, assigns tasks, provides priorities, and trains staff. This position is available to answer questions and troubleshoot problems daily and may have substantial input into hiring decisions and performance evaluations.

Physical Demands / Working Environment : This position works indoors and is exposed to usual office working conditions that include office noises and interruptions, such as printers, telephones, and visitors.

This position requires that an employee is able to sit or stand for extended periods of time; perform cognitive and psychometric work for more than six (6) hours a day.

Work may require transporting materials up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Work safely. Knowledge Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of and skill in :

• Applying management principles and practices
• Interpreting and applying the principles, practices, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the area coordinated
• Project / program planning, development, administration, and evaluation
• Affirmative action, College hiring procedures and contract provisions
• Community resources for referral of special needs
• Applying supervisory principles and practices
• Facilitating conflict resolution
• The use of word processing and database software
• The use of active listening, assertiveness, problem solving and public relations techniques
• Managing time, staff and resources for efficient operation of the project / program

Ability to :

• Use independent judgment, make critical decisions, and exercise leadership
• Effectively and efficiently coordinate the project / program assigned
• Develop and administer budgets and grants; analyze program data and make decisions based on the data
• Effectively direct the activities of assigned positions
• Effectively advocate for the project and represent the College in a professional manner; communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Work effectively with and understand the issues and factors that affect individuals of varied ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Work effectively with staff, students and representatives from State, federal and / or local agencies as required by the position
• Work with special populations as required by the position
• Work independently and as a member of a team
• Design training for and teach adult students of varied socioeconomic backgrounds
• Provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes
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