Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	College Project Manager Senior
Requisition Number	RE46151
Working Title	Academic Project Manager
Department Name	8T110:College of Social Work
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	46
Salary Range	$52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None.
Physical Requirements	Repetitive motions typical of desk work: sitting/bending/typing/twisting; prolonged exposure to computer screen. Lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 25lbs.
Shift	Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; and some evenings and weekends on an as needed basis.
Job Summary	Since 1938, CoSW has been a leader in social work. Our mission is clear: Through rigorous research, excellence in instruction, and steadfast service, the CoSW works to improve the human condition. Always, in all ways. To assist in actualizing our mission, the CoSW is seeking candidates for the position of Academic Project Manager (College Project Manager Senior). This position works in concert with senior college administrators, faculty, staff, and internal and external partners to develop, conceptualize, implement, and oversee projects, programs, and initiatives related to CoSW’s academic infrastructure. This position is responsible for the management and oversight of the daily activities to conceptualize, implement, and continually improve programs and projects related to CoSW’s academic infrastructure. Further, this position is charged with ensuring program and strategic plan goals and objectives are met, while conceptualizing innovative ways to ensure success. The Academic Project Manager is also responsible for the analysis of effectiveness and efficiencies related to programmatic outcomes as well as establishing functional policies and procedures. The position provides supervision and direction to other staff as well as serves as a liaison between the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Program Directors, CoSW Administration, and internal and external partners. The successful candidate for this position will be knowledgeable about academic program development and administration, and have the ability to work collaboratively with multiple and various partners.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Oral & Written Communication, Organization, Project management, listening, Critical thinking, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	Yes
Preferred Education/Experience	Project Management Credential preferred (or obtain within 6 months of starting position).
Deadline to Apply	07/16/2024
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you currently have a Project Management Credential?
   • Yes
   • No
   • I'm in the process of obtaining one.
2. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • Indeed.com
   • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
   • UK Job Fair
   • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

PI243206385

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