UTS - Temporary Project Manager at UNC Chapel Hill

North Carolina State University

$35.00/hourly

United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill

1100 Bioinformatics Building (Show on map)

Sep 24, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195482TM
Position Number	48SM02
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing a wide range of initiatives that support the operations, outreach, and academic goals of the department. This position is tasked with managing project life cycles from initiation to completion, including defining scope, developing project plans, identifying resources, managing budgets, tracking milestones, and ensuring timely delivery. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with academic departments, campus partners, staff, students, and vendors to ensure successful execution of strategic and operational projects. The Project Manager will play a key role in supporting programs and initiatives at UNC by providing structured project planning, monitoring, and execution. Plan and implement Online Course Development Workshops Organize departmental meetings and support programming Coordinate logistics for in-person and virtual events Manage administrative functions such as scheduling, invoicing, and stakeholder communication Serve as a liaison among stakeholders to ensure smooth information flow, consistent documentation, and follow-through on action items Prioritize tasks across competing deadlines while maintaining strong organizational skills and attention to detail Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration in a fast-paced, team-oriented academic environment Apply a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to support operational excellence and the growth of programs and initiatives at UNC This is a hybrid position(3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Is Time Limited	Yes
If Yes, Appointment Length	11 months
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State	Chapel Hill, NC
Department

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Professional NonFaculty
Working Title	UTS - Temporary Project Manager at UNC Chapel Hill

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Other Work/Responsibilities	Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Coordinate internal resources, partners, and third-party vendors for flawless project execution. Monitor project budgets and expenditures, ensuring financial efficiency. Serve as the primary point of contact for projects and provide regular updates. Ensure work is of the highest quality. Identify and mitigate project risks to minimize potential issues.
Minimum Experience/Education	Minimum Years of Experience/Education: 2
Department Required Skills	Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying timelines and priorities. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Demonstrated experience with scheduling, meeting coordination, and minute-taking. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including leadership, vendors, and staff. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and project management tools. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality. Flexibility to support occasional evening or weekend events.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Bachelor's degree Experience in a higher education setting. Familiarity with academic programming, especially pre-college or summer initiatives. Experience with invoicing, budgeting, or financial tracking. Knowledge of UNC-Chapel Hill administrative systems and processes. Familiarity with marketing material inventory or event marketing logistics. Certification or training in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile, Asana, Trello).
Required License or Certification	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$35.00/hourly

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	09/24/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/223171

EEO

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