Project Manager

Department Name

WPC Executive Education EECPLL

Job Description

The W. P. Carey School of Business, where business is personal, is searching for a Project Manager to join its Executive Education, Corporate Partnerships and Lifelong Learning team. This is a highly visible and impactful role in an important, growing and exciting unit at ASU's highly ranked W. P. Carey School of Business. You will contribute to the school's mission by leading the development and implementation of innovative and interdisciplinary programs locally, nationally, and globally for our corporate partners and other stakeholders. As part of your role, you will work closely and collaboratively with stakeholders to plan, direct, organize, and execute against project requirements related to the growth of our portfolio, identify and acquire necessary resources and coordinate efforts by all parties to ensure timely delivery of project outcomes in accordance with sponsor and partner expectations.

Job Description

The W. P. Carey School of Business, where business is personal, is searching for a Project Manager to join its Executive Education, Corporate Partnerships and Lifelong Learning team. This is a highly visible and impactful role in an important, growing and exciting unit at ASU's highly ranked W. P. Carey School of Business. You will contribute to the school's mission by leading the development and implementation of innovative and interdisciplinary programs locally, nationally, and globally for our corporate partners and other stakeholders. As part of your role, you will work closely and collaboratively with stakeholders to plan, direct, organize, and execute against project requirements related to the growth of our portfolio, identify and acquire necessary resources and coordinate efforts by all parties to ensure timely delivery of project outcomes in accordance with sponsor and partner expectations.

Requisition ID

101214BR

Working Environment

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking. Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer; bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience; 1 of which are in project management, or any equivalent combination of experience and /or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Department Statement

The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is the largest business school in the United States with more than 20,000 students and 120,000+ alumni worldwide. From our world-renowned faculty representing six continents to thousands of outstanding students who join us every year, the W. P. Carey School welcomes diversity and encourages global thinking.

The W. P. Carey School is internationally recognized for its leadership in business education, groundbreaking research and innovation, and renowned faculty, making us one of the top-ranked business schools in the country.

W. P. Carey prides itself on being a place "where business is personal." Business is personal means that kindness, courtesy, and respect lead our actions. We care for each other and support one another. We're proud of that commitment, and look forward to it shaping your experience at W. P. Carey. Learn more at wpcarey.asu.edu.

All we do at ASU is guided and inspired by the University Charter, which reads:

ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.

The W. P. Carey School of Business values our cultural and intellectual diversity and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Category

03

VP Code

EXEC VP/PROVOST

Scope of Search

Open

Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing strategies and technical specifications for projects, ability to manage complex technology projects.

• Ability to clarify roles and responsibilities to ensure understanding of expectations; takes action to mitigate conflict.

• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); project management software a plus

• Experience in organizing and prioritizing workload to meet deadlines

• Evidence in being deadline driven with good attention to detail

• Evidence of effective communications skills

• Detail-oriented and adept at multi-tasking

• Evidence in having a positive attitude and team player

• Experience in being flexible and adaptive to changing priorities

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of marketing and sales

• Experience in follow-up and customer service skills

• Demonstrated working knowledge of the sales process - prospect/research, present, follow up, execution and evaluation

• Experience in identifying and inventory abstract concepts and pulling these elements together to create innovative opportunities

Close Date

01-July-2024

Grant Funded Position

This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Essential Duties

• Plans, develops, implements, and manages a project team through complete task definitions and work requirement identification and assignments

• Works closely and collaboratively with key stakeholders to define project scope, strategy, budget, and outcomes; identifies critical resource expertise and targets appropriate internal and/or external sources to ensure optimal outcome(s).

• Establishes and continually monitors/manages project expectations with team; assigns tasks and identifies issues for resolution to ensure optimal team effectiveness Prepares and maintains all project status reports and schedules; tracks milestones/deliverables, critical paths and dependencies; re-sets expectations as needed in consideration of project progress/outcomes.

• Responds to all inquiries regarding project status; prepares and responds to all regulatory reporting/filings to ensure compliance

• Manages, coaches, and supervises all project team members both internal and contracted to ensure optimal outcomes; builds, develops, and maintains relationships vital to project success.

• Works collaboratively with stakeholders, leadership, and other related staff to define and identify all required project infrastructure including, but not limited to: space, build/reconfiguration of facilities, equipment, technology and infrastructure to ensure timely availability for successful launch and ongoing project operations.

• Prepares all post-project reports, budget allocations and summaries/filings to ensure timely dissemination of information to all interested parties.

Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Salary Range

Depends on experience

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of "equivalent combination" in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor's degree is equal to four years of experience.

Job Family

Project Management