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Curriculum & Project Manager
Job no : 494302
Work type : Administrative (Full Time)
Location : Marion, IN, Hybrid (3-4 Office / 1-2 Remote)
Categories : Administrative / Professional
Job Title : Curriculum & Project Manager
Reporting Relationship : Dean
Unit : National & Global
Department : Dean SoEL Administration-NGBL
Campus Location : NGM Building, Marion, IN (Hybrid Schedule 3-4 days onsite / 1-2 remote)
Summary of Position : TRANSFORM EDUCATION WITH US - Are you ready to be a catalyst for educational innovation? Indiana Wesleyan University's School of Integrated Learning and Development (SILD) is seeking a visionary Project Manager to orchestrate our next chapter of academic excellence. In this pivotal role, you'll drive comprehensive project management initiatives that shape the future of our academic programs, from curriculum development and grants to special programs that enhance student success.
As our Project Manager, you'll be at the forefront of academic innovation, leading the curriculum approval process and fostering vital collaboration between faculty, staff, and academic partners. Your expertise will be instrumental in shepherding projects through their complete lifecycle, from initial concept to successful implementation. You'll chair curriculum meetings that define our academic future while ensuring our catalog and website remain current and accessible.
This position demands a strategic thinker who can masterfully navigate the dynamic landscape of CAPS and National & Global functions. You'll leverage industry-leading project management methodologies and digital tools, including Smartsheets and specialized software, to transform complex processes into streamlined success stories. Your ability to balance competing priorities with strategic insight will be crucial as you work across departments to achieve educational excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities
- KEY IMPACT AREAS
Lead School-Wide Innovation
Orchestrate project lifecycles using industry-best practices
Provide direct supervision to the Coordinator of Operations and student workers
Qualifications : According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
Experience
Demonstrated success in project or operational management (5 years preferred)
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships
Required Skills
Advanced project management software expertise
Diversity Statement
IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised : 31 Jan 2025 US Eastern Standard Time
Applications close : 02 Mar 2025 US Eastern Standard Time
