Position Summary

The Program Manager (PM) is responsible for providing project management for the Georgia team of the EPA Region 4 Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center (Region 4 TCTAC) housed at RTI International, with UGA as the sub-awardee.

The PM will be responsible for outreach to community members and groups in need of technical assistance across the state; coordinating meetings between multiple parties across the state; facilitating training in various locations and remotely; organizing and participating in community activities across the state; compiling, responding and reporting on inquiries regarding technical support; and assisting in the preparation of educational, training and outreach materials.

This position is currently funded for 3 years. Continuation of this grant-funded position is expressly contingent upon continuation of funding.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Project management and/or program coordination experience in a community environment.
• Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with university personnel, state and federal agencies, and private organizations.
• Lead and work as a team member with all project partners and staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong customer service orientation and commitment.
• Exhibit a high level of initiative.
• Work independently and with multiple partners and stakeholders in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Flexible in working in diverse settings including virtual environments, in-person with local community groups, and on-campus.
• Experience assigning tasks and monitoring progress to meet project needs and deadlines.
• Evaluate and analyze existing approaches and procedures and to help devise novel approaches.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite and ability to utilize platforms for communication and reporting.

Please apply at the following link: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/370785

Contact Dr. Christina Fuller at christina.fuller@uga.edu for any questions related to the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• PMP (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Athens, GA 30602 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Athens, GA 30602: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person