SPIA Project ManagerCoordinator
SPIA Project ManagerCoordinator
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$ 75000 - 80000
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Job Description
Job Description
The Project Coordinator in the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) at Virginia Tech provides executivelevel coordination across a diverse portfolio of academic programs strategic initiatives and special projects reporting directly to the School Director. This role serves as a key partner in the development and management of Executive Masters Programs Continuing Professional Education the Washington Experience Summer Programs and SPIA graduate certificates ensuring alignment with institutional goals and emerging needs within SPIA.
The Project Coordinator plays a central role in program implementation with responsibilities spanning project planning financial analysis event coordination marketing and enrollment strategy. This includes developing financial models and scenario planning to support strategic decisionmaking assisting with curriculum implementation and program accreditation and coordinating operational logistics for new and existing programs. The Project Coordinator also leads outreach and enrollment management for SPIAs graduate certificate programs and serves as a liaison with university offices to ensure compliance and efficient program delivery.
Additionally the Project Coordinator manages the Ridenour Faculty Fellowship Endowment (RFFE) overseeing program planning and relationship management with faculty students and external partners.The role supports the of highimpact events and special projects that enhance SPIAs academic community foster collaboration and increase the schools visibility.
This position may be based in either Blacksburg VA or Arlington VA depending on the candidates preference and institutional needs. As SPIA operates across both campuses the role will require regular collaboration with faculty staff and partners in each location. Occasional travel between campuses is anticipated to support inperson programming events and strategic coordination.
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree in Public Administration Public Policy or a related field; or a bachelors degree with substantial professional experience in project coordination.
- Demonstrated experience providing operational leadership within a complex university or comparable organizational structure.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and constituencies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to analyze and interpret policies and procedures and provide wellsupported recommendations to senior leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and apply highlevel problemsolving skills.
- Proficient in producing clear and effective written communication across various formats.
- Familiarity with university practices policies and procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and Google Workspace (Docs Sheets etc..
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Virginia Tech systems (e.g. MicroStrategy Canvas Banner) or the ability to quickly learn institutional platforms.
- Experience in higher education administration particularly in managing graduatelevel academic programs.
- Understanding of academic program development and accreditation processes.
- Experience planning and managing events for professional or academic audiences.
- Knowledge of the field of public and international affairs including current trends and relevant career pathways.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$75000 to $80000
Hours per week
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Review Date
April 15 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Kelly Cristat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Contract
