Program/Project Manager I

Program/Project Manager I

Kansas State University

About This Role

Kansas State University, as the nation's first land-grant institution, is committed to providing opportunity and access for all Kansans and their communities. In order to increase capacity and interest in STEM disciplines, the university offers a variety of STEM partnership and outreach programming. This position, Program/Project Manager, will provide creativity and implementation of various activities, including, but not limited to: conducting pre-college outreach events, undergraduate/graduate student recruitment and retention programs, post-doctoral student support programs, and faculty programs.

Key Responsibilities:

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Plan & Execute Events
Coordinate and oversee STEM events in collaboration with campus and community partners. Handle logistics, manage materials, and ensure smooth execution.

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Program Management
Work with the executive director to lead STEM programs, evaluate outcomes, improve processes, manage budgets, and track performance metrics.

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Community Outreach
Promote STEM programs through outreach, marketing, and participation in community and campus events.

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Communication
Manage publicity and respond to inquiries. Help drive ideas for student engagement and retention.

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Supervision
Hire, train, and supervise student workers, mentors, and program staff. Coordinate scheduling and oversee performance.

About Us

Academic Affairs and Innovation provides leadership and guidance across the academic enterprise, overseeing matters involving policy, the university's academic program portfolio, faculty affairs, academic program development and revitalization and more.
Worksite Option

This position is on-site.
What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience. This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree and/ or Doctorate degree
• 5-10 years relevant experience
• Experience working with K-12 Students, University students and/or faculty members
• Supervision Experience
• Budget experience
• Well organized and self sufficient
• Excellent interpersonal, time management and communication skills
• Experience in Microsoft Software

Sponsorship eligibility:

This position is eligible for sponsorship
How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$57,000 - $75,000

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6176957

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