Project Manager - Texas A&M University : Job Details

Job Title

Project Manager

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Bush School Of Government And Public Service

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the job

Texas A&M University's teaching site in Washington, D.C., is seeking a Project Manager, responsible for planning, executing and closing projects; ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The successful candidate will have 3 or more years of related experience in project management, proven experience with a track record of successful project delivery, and experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Bush School of Government and Public Service, was founded in 1997, under President George H.W. Bush's philosophy that public service is a noble calling. Since then, the Bush School has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience as the Bush School prepares students to become principled leaders in their fields and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers. In August of 2020, Texas A&M University opened a teaching site in Washington, D.C., located just blocks from the White House. Our inaugural program features The Bush School of Government and Public Service, with plans for participation by other schools and colleges in the future.

Your Opportunity to Contribute

* Project Planning & Initiation

* Project Execution

* Stakeholder Management

* Risk, Issues, Budget & Resource Management

* Project Closure and metrics reporting

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

* Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration or a related field.

* Three years of related experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Knowledge of and comfort & experience with project management principles (scope, cost, time), Gantt charts

* Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello, Monday.com, ClickUp).

* Knowledge of word and spreadsheet and presentation applications.

* Ability to work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends

* This position may require travel to Texas A&M University - College Station, Texas and allow alternate work location per TAMU guidelines

Preferred Qualifications

* PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent.

* More than three years of experience with project management principles (scope, cost, time), Gantt charts and project management software tools.

* More than three years of experience in office administration, project management/coordination, or marketing.

* Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

* Experience with social media and content creation.

* Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint applications.

* Familiarity with digital marketing channels (SEO, PPC, social media).

* Awareness of marketing tools such as HubSpot, Marketo, Google Analytics,

* Experience working with creative teams and agencies.

* PMP or Agile certification is a plus.

* Experience as a Project Manager within a marketing, advertising, or communications team.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:

* Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance?with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

* 12-15 days?of annual paid holidays

* Up to?eight hours of paid sick leave?and at least?eight hours of paid vacation??each month

* Automatically enrolled in the?Teacher Retirement System of Texas

* Free exercise programs and release time?for health and wellness programs

* All employees have access to free?LinkedIn Learning?training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

* Educational release time and tuition assistance?for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

* Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

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Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume' or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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