Self-Help Enterprises has a job opening for a Project Manager in our Community Development (CD) Department, based out of our Visalia or Madera office to assist with the implementation of the Drinking Water for Schools (DWFS) Grant Program. The Project Manager will work with eligible school districts to develop, fund and implement projects that improve access to and the quality of drinking water in public schools serving rural, disadvantaged communities. The Project Manager will report to the CD DWFS Manager and is responsible for several aspects of District specific project development and implementation actions and overall program administration.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct outreach (phone calls, emails and/or board presentations) to eligible school districts.
• Conduct school site assessments and related research to determine need and solutions.
• Work with multiple stakeholders (school district staff, governing boards, water operators, engineers and the State Water Resources Control Board – Division of Financial Assistance and Division of Drinking Water) to facilitate the development and implementation of water quality and water access projects.
• Package project grant applications/proposals and award funds.
• Assist school districts with preparing requests for bid/proposals, hiring contractors and establishing and managing necessary contracts.
• Conduct necessary grant/program administration including preparing, submitting reimbursement claims, and quarterly progress reports.
• Conduct education and outreach to staff/students/parents.
• Participate in calls and planning meetings with staff, partners, and state agencies.