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Job Title: Project Coordinator- Shelter Coordinator/School Support & Training (2025/2026)  and Requisition ID number: 103157

Close Date: 11:59 PM on  

Organizational Unit:  Homeless and Highly Mobile (10001079) 

Site:  Davis Center (0001) 

FTE:  96.15FTE/38.46HRS (50 weeks); this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union:  AMP(42) 

Functional Area:  Administrative 

Salary Range:  $79,277  - $99,006  

Benefits:  Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

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Project Coordinator, Shelter Coordinator/School Support & Training

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, leads efforts to improve outcomes for students in emergency shelter, including providing direct school support, and coordinating and supporting district level priorities and initiative.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

●      Provides support for implementation of Homeless/Highly Mobile (HHM) Department mission and vision.

●      Coordinates planning and implementation of projects including scope, goals and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders. Specific project responsibilities include:

○      Partners with emergency shelter and transitional housing providers to ensure that students and families have barriers removed to full participation in their education.

○      Maintains awareness of external resources related to emergency shelter and connects students, families and staff to needed support.

○      Leads McKinney Vento student placement decisions for the Enrollment team, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and equitable access to education.

○      Collaborates with the Transportation Coordinator and the Transportation Department on ensuring that students have access to reliable transportation and methods for troubleshooting challenges.

○      Supports school social workers in their role as the HHM lead at their site

○      Advises school teams in developing and implementing practices that support full participation and improved outcomes for students in emergency shelter.

○      Communicates and builds relationships with schools, including educators and school leaders.

○      Designs and leads training and support for new and returning school social workers into their role as the site lead for supporting students in temporary/transitional living situations.

○      Partners with other HHM staff and other departments on district-wide practices that improve outcomes for students experiencing homelessness..

○      Coordinates efforts to involve staff, students and families in the development and implementation of site-specific activities and programs to promote educational stability and equitable opportunities for success for students in transition.

●      Creates and implements communication plans for projects to keep all stakeholders up-to-date on project progress. 

●      Creates follow up plans for evaluation of implemented projects. 

●      Collaborates with outside partners. 

●      Develops and delivers project-related training for school staff and supports additional professional development opportunities with external partners as needed.

●      Continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders; identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. 

●      Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. 

●      Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures. 

●      Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

●      Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Manager, Homeless/Highly Mobile Student Support Services

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field; AND two (2) years of demonstrated experience in the homeless sector; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

●    Minimum 2 years of experience working with families experiencing homelessness, preferably in a shelter setting.

●  Minimum 2 years of experience as a school social worker, school counselor, teacher or similar position focused on education or youth development

●      Bilingual, Spanish/English

●  People with lived experience of homelessness are encouraged to apply

●      Demonstrated skills in leadership, and/or macro level work

●      Experience working in an urban community

Knowledge of: 

●      The role of systemic racism in housing inequities.

●      The current local context of housing and family homelessness.

●      The McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act and the rights of students experiencing homelessness.

●      Rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Education and other governing agencies

●      Principles and practices of professional development.

●      State and Federal laws governing public sector grant funded programs.

●      Child and adolescent development. 

●      Local community resources, regional community services programs, and regional training programs.

●      Personal  computers utilizing  standard  software,  and  specialized  MPS  and  state  agency  software applications and procedures.

●      Principles of record keeping and records management.

●      Minneapolis Public Schools policies and regulations

●      The role and responsibilities of school social workers in MPS

●      Principles and practices for project management and organizational development

●      Minneapolis Public Schools and Service Center Departments, as well as outside partners including the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority.

●      Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources

●      Principles of record keeping and records management

●      Computer software applications related to duties (including MPS-specific software and systems, Miicrosoft suite, and Smartsheet)

Skill in: 

●      Utilizing trauma-informed, culturally-responsive practices to support students and families.

●      Building relationships with students and staff.

●      Planning and coordinating the work of others on a day to day basis

●      Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, demands.

●      Designing and delivering professional development.

●      Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.

●      Analyzing data and recommending effective solutions.

●      Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.

●      Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, leadership and stakeholders.

●      Operating a personal computer utilizing a wide variety of specialized software.

●      Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A valid Minnesota Driver’s License is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This position requires travel to partner sites; time is split between school sites.

School environment; may involve lifting up to 40 pounds; and the ability to sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time, both indoors and outdoors.

This position is a 50-week position with a start date of July 1, 2025

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION 

Bargaining Unit: AMP 

Grade: 59 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Job Group: Business Support Group 

New: May 15, 2015

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Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready.  Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Posting Notes: | 12:01 AM On | Homeless and Highly Mobile (10001079) | Davis Center (0001) | Administrative