Project Manager and Assistant to Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Well-being
Project Manager and Assistant to Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Well-being
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Type of Position:
Project Management
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Job Type:
Regular
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Institution Name:
University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy worklife balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Student Affairs Wellbeing
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Project Manager and Assistant to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Wellbeing plays a crucial role in enhancing the student experience by managing largescale wellbeing initiatives and supporting execution of special projects. This multifaceted role involves project management administrative support and budget oversight to ensure the successful execution of programs that improve students personal social and academic lives. Key Responsibilities:
Project Management: Lead the coordination implementation and completion of projects within the portfolio of Division of Student Affairs Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Wellbeing ensuring they align with institutional and divisional goals.
Support for AVC and Team: Provide essential support to the Associate Vice Chancellor and team assisting with administrative tasks and project tracking.
Crossfunctional collaboration: Working closely with University Housing Counseling and Psychological Services University Recreation and Wellness and Health Cetner to ensure alignment and smooth project execution.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with students faculty and staff to promote wellbeing initiatives across the campus.
Budget Oversight: Manage project budgets ensuring efficient use of resources and financial accountability. Maintain thorough and current knowledge of Student Wellbeing department budgets and finances and participate in units quarterly reviews.
Regular reliable and nondisruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in management business or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education from an accredited institution of higher education
At least two or more years experience in project or program management including budget management and timeline adherence
Experience analyzing and interpreting data and make informed decisions
Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in management business higher education or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least five or more years experience in project or program management including budget management and timeline adherence
Effective process improvement experience
Experience with assessment based on learning outcomes
Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience and skills communicating proactively with team members and stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey complex information clearly
Strong analytical troubleshooting problemsolving and time management skills
Ability to work in an environment where processes are being defined and contribute to overall development and improvement of project management processes
Ability to perform with strong attention to detail
Ability to develop strong working relationships with campus partners
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Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Sitting Standing Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching Feeling Grasping Lifting Pulling Pushing Reaching Stooping
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
