Project Manager

Salary: $55,000-$60,000

Job Description Summary:

Established in 1809, Miami University is consistently ranked among the top 50 national

public universities by U.S. News & World Report for providing students with an Ivy

League-quality education at a public school price. Located in the quintessential college

town of Oxford, Ohio---with regional campuses in Hamilton and Middletown, a learning center in West Chester, and a European study center in Luxembourg---Miami serves more than 21,600 undergraduates across 120 areas of study, and more than 2,500 graduate students through 70 master's and doctoral degree programs.

Miami University's Communications and Marketing department has been charged with building and maintaining the university's brand on a local, regional, and national stage. This dynamic and award-winning team is comprised of nearly 70 marketing and communications professionals and is looking to hire a project manager.

The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and finalizing projects within the Communications and Marketing department. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, strong leadership, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.

This position has been approved for remote work. Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Duties:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining project objectives, timelines, resources, and budgets in alignment with communications and marketing strategies.
• Lead project execution, overseeing tasks, schedules, and milestones, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, potential risks, and solutions.
• Collaborate with marketing, storytelling, academic marketing, enrollment marketing, and operations teams to ensure cohesive project integration and successful delivery.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential challenges proactively.
• Manage project budgets and resources effectively, optimizing utilization while controlling costs.
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and align with marketing and communications objectives.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-project evaluation reports for continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or

relevant field

• 1-3 years of experience in project management
• The project manager must obtain their Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification within 1 year of employment. Miami will provide funding for the coursework and exam.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Wrike, Asana, Monday, etc.) and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please include cover letter and resume with application.

Diversity Statement:

Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all.

For more information on Miami University's diversity initiatives, pleas