Career Center

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Provide administrative/operational support for assigned project/program.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Execution of Implementation Plan

• Works with the leads to refine and update the implementation plan, including identifying appropriate metrics and outcomes.
• Creates long- and short-term work plans including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines.
• Identifies data needs and appropriate sources.
• Conducts literature reviews and prepare summaries.
• Contributes to the execution of the implementation plan.
• Updates the implementation plan on a regular basis.
• Tracks, documents, and communicates progress in collaboration with the plan evaluators.
• Contributes to continuous quality improvement and activities to facilitate the utilization of data for decision-making.

Project Coordination

• Manages and coordinates all activities, including managing and communicating changes in scope and timelines.
• Serves as the primary contact for internal and external partners.
• Provides support to the committees and workgroups, including developing agendas, materials, summaries.
• Maintains and updates work plans and timelines.
• Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation.
• Delegates/assigns tasks as appropriate.
• Schedules meetings and events.
• Prepares regular progress reports.
• Assists with planning and execution of events and meetings.
• Supervises students and other staff.
• Collaborates with other strategic plan project managers and identify opportunities to coordinate and leverage efforts and resources.

Assists in other duties as assigned.

Applicant Special Instructions:

Please include Resume and Cover Letter

Preferred Qualifications

• Masterâ™s degree and one year experience in a research/evaluation setting. 
• Supervisory experience.
• Prior experience in designing and managing projects.
• Experience in developing organizational policies and procedures.
• Experience in the development and/or implementation of strategic plans.
• Strong project management and organization skills.
• Ability to meaningfully engage stakeholders and build relationships.
• Experience with project management tools and applications.
• Demonstrated superior writing and editing skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including faculty, staff, and community organizations.
• Strong analytic skills and the ability to think strategically and programmatically.
• Ability to work independently and exercise outstanding judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks in a complex organizational environment.
• Effective attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability in using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Powerpoint, Excel).

Required Qualifications

Bachelorsâ™ degree with three years related experience or Masterâ™s and one year of related experience.

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$45,800.00 - $75,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individualâ™s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

Applicant Instructions

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