Disability Access Point District Project Manager - District 3

There will be 3 individuals hired for these positions. There will be one person hired to cover Disability Access Point District 2, one to cover Disability Access Point District 3, and one to cover Disability Access Point District 6.

This is not a work from home position. The base office for this position is to be determined.

The position is being advertised in each county in Disability Access Point District 3, only one person will be hired for the district and will cover all counties in the district.

District 3 counties include Mitchell, Howard, Winneshiek, Allamakee, Cerro Gordo, Floyd, Chickasaw, Fayette, Clayton, Franklin, Butler, Bremer, Harding, Grundy, Marshall, and Tama.

This is an IPERS covered position.

TO APPLY:

Send all of the following to meghan.freie@cicsmhds.org:

1. Franklin County Application - all questions must be answered, or your application cannot be considered

2. Resume

3. Cover Letter identifying certifications, licensures, and references.

Applications that do not include all of the above cannot be accepted.

Applications are due by Noon on June 8, 2026.

The application can be found here: https://www.franklincountyia.gov/Franklin_Co_Employment_App_11-2023.pdf

Job Description

POSITION: Disability Access Point District Project Manager (DAP District Project Manager)

POSITION: Project Manager

REPORTS TO: Assigned Program Manager

DEPARTMENT: Collaborative Individual and Community Supports (CICS)

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager is responsible for supporting implementation, coordination, and tracking of activities across

system and district-level services within CICS. This position assists with data collection and analysis, project

coordination, reporting, and operational support to ensure effective service delivery and alignment with CICS

priorities. The Project Manager contributes to continuous improvement and responsiveness to community and

system needs. Specific duties are identified below and may vary based on assigned responsibilities.

SALARY

As set by the CICS Governing Board.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Core Duties

• Assist with implementation of assigned projects and initiatives
• Support coordination of activities, timelines, and deliverables
• Assist with tracking project progress and preparing updates
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and CICS requirements
• Communicate effectively with staff, partners, and stakeholders
• Support facilitation of collaboration across aging, disability, behavioral health, and related systems
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and workgroups as assigned
• Assist with collection, analysis, and summarizing data to develop and maintain system-level reports
• Assist with development of outcome measurement tools, review of data validity, and establishment of

quality targets

• Support monitoring of service trends, referral patterns, and access issues
• Support development of recommendations to improve services, systems, and outcomes
• Maintain organized records, documentation, and tracking tools
• Assist in identification and escalation of system-level issues
• Support adherence to person-centered and Hope-based practices
• Other duties as assigned

District Development Duties

• Assist with development and implementation of the approved District Plan
• Support alignment of district activities with CICS strategy and contracts
• Assist with tracking district progress, milestones, and outcomes
• Support monitoring of district-level outcomes, trends, and performance
• Assist with review and evaluation of district plans and priorities
• Assist with addressing district implementation challenges
• Assist with identification and escalation of system-level issues arising from district activities
• Support coordination of partners and stakeholders to advance district priorities
• Support coordination between district efforts and system initiatives
• Support collaboration across systems and service providers
• Assist with serving as primary staff support for the District Disability Services Advisory Council including

planning, facilitation, and documentation

• Support recruitment and engagement of advisory council members
• Assist with community outreach and partner engagement
• Support provider communication regarding reporting requirements and data accuracy
• Assist with maintaining records of district activities and initiatives
• Support tracking of commitments, timelines, and follow-up actions
• Assist with development of district-level summaries and reports
• Assist with defining project scope, timelines, deliverables, and reporting expectations

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to represent CICS professionally in diverse environments, including community, provider, and

system settings

• Strong facilitation, coordination, and meeting management skills
• Ability to influence, support, and collaborate with partners without positional authority
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills, including managing timelines and priorities
• Clear written and oral communication skills with staff, partners, and stakeholders
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain appropriate boundaries, and adapt to varying responsibilities

NAME: JOB DESCRIPTION: Project Manager

• Knowledge of public systems, community services, and supports for individuals with disabilities
• Ability to support data collection, reporting, and project tracking activities
• Ability to coordinate across service delivery, navigation, and district-level functions

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, community planning, social work, human services, or related

field

• Experience in project coordination, service delivery, community engagement, system navigation, or

systems-level initiatives preferred

• Experience working with community partners, providers, or public systems
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate liability insurance required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in office, community, and partner settings. The position involves frequent interaction with

external stakeholders and may involve mentally stressful situations. Regular travel within the assigned district is

required.

Regular office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with flexibility for meetings. Travel is

required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be physically able to operate office equipment and travel throughout the district. Physical demands are

consistent with typical office and community-based work.

DISCLAIMER

• Marginal functions not essential to this position have been excluded.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with

disabilities.

• This job description does not list all duties that may be required. Employees will perform other duties as

assigned.

Franklin County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act,

reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective employees

are encouraged to discuss potential needs for accommodations with the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $72,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road