Project Manager (Criminal Justice and Grants Management)

As the Project Manager in our Criminal Justice and Grants Management division, you will oversee various projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet objectives and are delivered on time and within budget. You'll manage staff, coordinate activities, and engage with stakeholders to facilitate successful project execution while adhering to grant and contract guidelines.

Candidates for the Project Manager role in Criminal Justice and Grants Management should possess a robust set of skills, including expertise in project management principles, strong communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. Experience in human services or criminal justice contract management is essential for this role, along with the ability to build partnerships and promote ethical practices.

To qualify for the Project Manager role within our Criminal Justice and Grants Management team, applicants should have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, alongside three years of relevant program or project management experience. Relevant certifications in Grants or Contract Management are highly desirable and strengthen your application.

The Project Manager position operates in a professional office environment, making use of standard office equipment like computers and phones. The role is primarily sedentary, so you'll spend a significant amount of time sitting while working on project documentation, monitoring progress, and collaborating with team members.

Our organization values growth and development, offering career progression opportunities to Project Managers who meet qualifying competencies. You will have the chance to apply for promotional opportunities through a competitive selection process as you expand your expertise and take on greater responsibilities within the team.

In answering this question, highlight your previous roles where you oversaw grant or contract management processes. Discuss specific grants you managed, detailing the objectives you achieved and any challenges you faced, along with how you resolved them, emphasizing compliance with funding terms.

To effectively answer, describe your approach to prioritization, such as using project management tools or techniques like the Eisenhower Box. Discuss how you track progress, keep stakeholders informed, and ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality.

Your response should include concrete strategies like regular communication through meetings and updates. Emphasize the importance of actively listening to stakeholder feedback and adapting project plans to foster collaboration and alignment with project goals.

Discuss your problem-solving skills and how you assess challenges as they arise. Mention specific techniques, such as risk assessment strategies and maintaining flexibility in project planning that allow you to adapt and find solutions quickly.

Elaborate on your understanding of the contract life cycle stages, from initiation to execution and closeout. Share any relevant experience that demonstrates your ability to ensure compliance and manage performance risks effectively.

To answer this, outline your process for aligning project goals with the broader mission of the organization. Discuss how you gather input from leadership and stakeholders during project planning to ensure that objectives support strategic initiatives.

Speak about how you've successfully managed project budgets in previous roles, including tracking expenses and making adjustments as needed. Provide examples that demonstrate your ability to control costs while achieving project outcomes.

Share your insights on key success factors for projects, such as clear communication, stakeholder engagement, thorough planning, and flexibility. Provide examples that reinforce your perspective on what leads to successful project outcomes.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning through professional certifications, attending workshops, participating in networking events, or subscribing to industry publications. This shows your dedication to staying current in the project management field.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to succinctly describe a specific challenge you faced while leading a project. Highlight your leadership style, the steps you took to rally your team, and the successful outcome of your efforts.