Position Summary
The Department of Grants & Sponsored Research seeks candidates for the limited duration role of Innovation Hub Project Manager a full-time 0.80 0.85 FTE position based on the Klamath Falls campus of Oregon Tech. The South-Central Oregon Regional Innovation ( SCORI ) Hub is designed to energize the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit and accelerate business advancements in the region. By providing vital resources and support the SCORI Hub aims to connect innovators and foster an environment ripe for job creation and economic diversity signaling a forward-thinking investment into the regions economic resilience and prosperity. All SCORI Staff: As an employee of Oregon Tech conform to all policies and procedures of the organization regarding professional standards demeanor and established work rules. Serve as lead facilitator of the Innovation Hub to the SCORI ecosystem inclusive of all willing partners individuals governments or organizations. Catalyze three key areas of ecosystem development and growth in South Central Oregon: Build an innovation and entrepreneurial support system: encourage and host opportunities for local ecosystem partners to engage in innovative and entrepreneurial efforts collaboration communication activities and conduct an annual ecosystem review. Cultivate meaningful networking opportunities: work in collaboration with ecosystem partners to build connections between innovators entrepreneurs and small businesses in Klamath and Lake counties. Bolster educational programming: work with and support ecosystem partners in their endeavors to offer training and learning opportunities for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs and innovators. Adhere to the policies and procedures for the Innovation Hub program as established by the Innovation Hub Committee while performing the tasks assigned under the scope of activities outlined for the Steward by the Committee. Understand SCORI vision mission objectives and key initiatives to connect local communities counties and economic development related organizations and other pertinent and interested organizations back to SCORI as appropriate. Work with Business Oregon to install and use the EcoMap system as directed by Business Oregon. Also work with the Innovation Hub Committee to develop additional information management systems deemed appropriate by the oversight group. Work with partner organizations to understand their operations maintaining confidentiality while promoting the benefits each organization brings to support the Innovation Economy in South Central Oregon. Maintain accurate timely data consistent with Oregon Tech policy consistent with the grant reporting requirements. Assist in and or manage various projects and initiatives pertinent to the Innovation Hubs goals and priorities. Assist in the development and dispersal of promotional materials and projects as needed. Other duties as assigned by the Innovation Hub Committee and or Project Director.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Skills Entrepreneurial ecosystem development experience. Community facilitation. Program and project design. Ability to build cross silo or multiple organizational partnerships. Demonstration of strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstration of active listening and negotiation skills. Professional demeanor and appearance. Demonstration of acute attention to detail. Demonstration of strong organizational skills. Proficient use of desktop publishing and web backend experience. Effective time management. Preferred Traits Ability to attend work regularly MondayFriday and travel on occasion within both Klamath and Lake counties. Occasional afterhours and weekend work is expected. Must have personal transportation and drivers license available to travel regularly within the Southern Oregon region (Klamath and Lake counties). The ability to be a team player a selfmotivator and a person who can work in an atmosphere where confidentiality is maintained. The ability to be flexible and change direction with little notice. The ability to work under time constraint and solve problems without direct supervision. The ability to work professionally while working with a wide range of personalities. Having the interest and ability to work with and follow the recommendation of the Innovation Hub Committee. It is expected that the Committee will be kept fully informed of the progress of all work
Required Experience:
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