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Project Manager

Employer
University of North Dakota
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota (US)
Salary
$50,000 plus/year

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Industry
Education
Role
Other
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Hiring Department:    Northern Plains UAS Test Site

Minimum Salary/Position Classification: $55,000 plus annually, Full-time, Benefited, Exempt
Benefits: Include single or family health care coverage (premiums paid by the University), basic life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave.  Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision,  flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
Work Schedule: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, May include occasional evening and weekend hours

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 5 PM on the closing date.
Qualified internal candidates will receive first consideration
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Position Details:    Complete Position Description is available as an attachment in the bottom right corner of this position announcement.

The Project Manager position for the Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NP UAS TS) will be responsible for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure of a project.  This individual will act as a principal investigator and will manage projects and initiatives as defined by the Executive Director and/or the Director of Research and Development.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning and defining project scope, project budget creation and evaluation, participating in field project activities, overseeing/participating in data collection efforts, creating charts, schedules, documents, reports and insuring deliverables are met by project deadlines.
 
This position is key to presenting the image of the NP UAS TS.  Public relation skills are necessary and the ability to interact with people at all levels is required. Travel may be required and non-standard week hours occasionally may occur. In addition, motivation, confidence, high attention to detail, and the ability to be a self-starter are critical components to meet the demands of this position.

Perform as a NP UAS TS Project Manager:

  • Manage projects, including by not limited to:
    • Plan, design/shape, and implement projects.
    • Prepare project budgets.
    • Maintain accurate tracking of project, goals, objectives and deliverables.
    • Insure execution of project with all NP UAS TS divisions.
    • Prepare materials for submission to funding agencies, including any reporting requirements.
    • Create charts, graphs, and schedules as needed to support successful execution of the project.
    • Facilitate and manage project meetings and appropriate support documentation for participants.
  • Perform various clerical duties including typing, answering phones, preparing correspondence, and completing applications and forms. 
  • Performs various editorial duties including writing, reviewing, and editing various materials for publication and use within the NP UAS TS.
  • Prepare project specific presentation materials for external conferences and meetings.


Supporting project deliverables and research:

  • Keep up-to-date with UAS trends and direction through literature reviews, industry announcements and analyses, policies and regulations.
  • Support data collection and analysis efforts:
    • Collect, compile, analyze, and interpret data.
    • Record procedures and results.
    • Input and retrieve data using computers and other devices.
  • Assist with management, repair, and operation of supporting equipment for UAS Operations and data collection efforts.
  • Support UAS operations as required.
  • Review and proof technical documents, including monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Support Business Development

  • Attend and participate in meetings and conferences.
  • Support developing relationships with potential clients.
  • Support initial concept/project shaping with clients to define a Statement of Work.
  • Support creation of new marketing materials.
  • Work with clients and vendors through the contracting process.
  • Develop business partnerships as needed.


Required Competencies:

  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal, teamwork, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Motivated self-starter with the ability to perform without direct supervision.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to handle multiple priorities in a busy office setting.
  • Proven ability to provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of clients.
  • As a UND employee, it is expected to treat one another and the public in a cordial, civil and respectful manner and at all times, practice the principles of honesty, respect, integrity and trust in order to respect the diversity of all peoples; communicate in a professional, positive and respectful manner; and exhibit ethical behavior.


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Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • 2 years full-time project management experience.
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Technical document writing and proofing experience.
  • Experience with budget development and management.
  • Valid Drivers License.
  • Successful completion of a criminal history background check.


In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters Degree.
  • 4 or more years of project management experience.
  • Experience with interagency collaboration at the state and federal levels.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Experience in performing research.
  • Experience in UAS field.



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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EEO/AA for screening, interviewing, and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials
Note: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement
UND is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.  Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran's status and disability status on the form found at http:und.edu/affirmative-action/apcontrolcard.cfm.  This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

ND Veteran's Preference
North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date.  Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.  The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus.  As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report.  The report and statistical data can be found online at http://und.edu/discover/_files/docs/annual-security-report.pdf.  You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND 58202. 
 

Company

The University of North Dakota is one of the largest employers in the region. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes full health insurance premium coverage for single or family plans, a retirement plan, tuition benefits for employees, as well as for the spouse and dependents of the employee, on-campus training programs, exclusive internal recruitment opportunities, as well as many other benefits.

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Location
264 Centennial Drive
Stop 7127
Grand Forks
ND
58202
United States

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