What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager (Part-Time) position at Radford University?
Contact Name for Applicant
Debbie Fenderson
Contact Phone for Applicant
540-831-6167
Education/experience
Possess 2-3 years of work experience involving administrative operations, event planning, utilizing technology, managing work groups, scheduling appointments, and executing program communications.
Job Summary
This is a V- TOP grant-funded, part-time, restricted position that will support the administrative operations of implementing a comprehensive “career and life ready” program for undergraduate students that will lead to executing the ExL Experiential Learning Pathway. Responsibilities will include scheduling appointments and meetings, monitoring budget expenditures, tracking grant deliverables, assisting in producing reports, coordinating career events, booking guest speakers, and marketing programs to students, employees, and campus stakeholders. The Project Manager will assist in managing five work groups for the grant: 1) Early Student Engagement, 2) Access & Opportunity, 3) Career Readiness Across the Curriculum, 4) Virginia Employer Advisory Board, and 5) ExL Data Plan. The position reports to the Director of Career & Talent Development and requires extensive collaboration with the Provost Office, the Highlander Student Success Center, Admissions and Student Life.
Required Qualifications
Experience in effectively engaging students from underrepresented backgrounds including first-generation students.
Experience in utilizing social media platforms to increase student and employer engagement is preferred.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Exceptional ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with a variety of stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, employers, parents, etc.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and make
independent decisions by exercising sound judgment.
Demonstrated experience utilizing software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Highly organized with an attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Date
01/29/2025
Application Review Date
02/10/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Alternate work schedule
Required Licenses
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Debbie Fenderson
Contact Phone for Applicant
540-831-6167
Education/experience
Possess 2-3 years of work experience involving administrative operations, event planning, utilizing technology, managing work groups, scheduling appointments, and executing program communications.
Job Summary
This is a V- TOP grant-funded, part-time, restricted position that will support the administrative operations of implementing a comprehensive “career and life ready” program for undergraduate students that will lead to executing the ExL Experiential Learning Pathway. Responsibilities will include scheduling appointments and meetings, monitoring budget expenditures, tracking grant deliverables, assisting in producing reports, coordinating career events, booking guest speakers, and marketing programs to students, employees, and campus stakeholders. The Project Manager will assist in managing five work groups for the grant: 1) Early Student Engagement, 2) Access & Opportunity, 3) Career Readiness Across the Curriculum, 4) Virginia Employer Advisory Board, and 5) ExL Data Plan. The position reports to the Director of Career & Talent Development and requires extensive collaboration with the Provost Office, the Highlander Student Success Center, Admissions and Student Life.
Required Qualifications
Experience in effectively engaging students from underrepresented backgrounds including first-generation students.
Experience in utilizing social media platforms to increase student and employer engagement is preferred.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Exceptional ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with a variety of stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, employers, parents, etc.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and make
independent decisions by exercising sound judgment.
Demonstrated experience utilizing software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Highly organized with an attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Date
01/29/2025
Application Review Date
02/10/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Alternate work schedule
Required Licenses
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
