Project Manager, Integration

coordination support across a range of integration initiatives. The project manager assists the CIO and Deputy CIO to research and build out key initiatives such as youth engagement programs, access and success programs, Queens and Elon campus employee visit programs, communications across Elon and Queens campuses, and more. Part of the project manager's role will include calendaring, budget tracking, and minor travel arrangements for the CIO. At times the Project Manager may also provide assistance to the enrollment team with recruitment of transfer students. This position is in-person and based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Benefits of Working at Elon

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses
• Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.
• Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
• Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance.
• Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions.
• Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 1-3 years - Experience in higher education administration, project management, admissions, alumni relations, or community engagement. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with accuracy and follow-through. Experience working with diverse stakeholders and building community relationships preferred.

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in higher education, communications, business, public relations, or a related field; Master's degree a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace. Familiarity with CRM platforms or enrollment management systems a plus. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners. Curiosity, initiative, and a relationship-oriented approach to work. Knowledge of Charlotte's civic, nonprofit, and business community preferred. Familiarity with Elon or Queens programs and culture a plus.

Job Duties

• Support the CIO and Deputy CIO on assigned projects and integration team priorities, including tracking action items and deadlines, preparing project documentation, coordinating inter-departmental communication, and ensuring timely follow-through on deliverables. Assist the CIO and Deputy CIO with projects and documents related to the development of integration initiatives, tracking of milestones, inter-team communication, material and agenda preparation, and accountability for key deliverables.
• Assist the CIO and Deputy with event planning, stakeholder outreach/engagement, employee engagement across campuses, professional development sessions, etc. Assist the Deputy CIO with Elon and Queens integration-related events at the institutional, alumni, and community level, including listening tours, stakeholder forums, joint campus visits, alumni gatherings, professional development offerings, and signature integration events. Support event strategy, logistics, and follow-up in collaboration with communications and advancement teams. Support relationships with alumni from both Elon and Queens, including identifying opportunities for alumni engagement in integration initiatives, supporting alumni listening sessions and events, and contributing to cultivation strategies in partnership with advancement and alumni affairs teams.
• Support and assist the CIO by managing calendaring, meeting coordination, limited travel arrangements, budget processes/tracking, and presentation preparation as needed.
• Conduct research and provide analytical support on topics relevant to the integration, including peer institution benchmarking, market and demographic data, program development opportunities, community partnership models, civic organizations, business partners, nonprofit entities, and community events, and partnerships in the Charlotte region. Research relevant to the integration's engagement and visibility goals. Synthesize research findings into clear, actionable summaries for leadership.
• Support Admissions and enrollment-related projects for both the Elon Charlotte and Queens campuses, including assisting with recruitment events, management of prospective student communications, and logistical support for admissions initiatives. Collaborate with Admissions teams.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Some evening and weekend work may be required.
Travel required. Regular travel between Elon's Burlington/Alamance County campus (monthly), the Queens University campus in Charlotte, and the Elon Charlotte offices. Occasional travel for professional meetings and events.

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a landmark moment in the history of two universities. The Project Manager will be embedded in the day-to-day work of a high-energy integration office and will develop deep knowledge of both institutions and the Charlotte community. The successful candidate will be highly organized, a self-starter, and genuinely excited about connecting people and institutions in service of student success and community impact. Regular work in both Charlotte and occasional travel to Elon's main campus are expected.

To Apply: To apply, visit: https://jobs.elon.edu/jobs/project-manager-integration-queens-campus-charlotte-north-carolina-united-states.

Organization

Elon University is a private university located in Elon, North Carolina. Elon has built a national reputation as the premier student-centered environment for experiential learning, with an emphasis on strong personal relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top 100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a #1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and #6 for innovation.

About 6,300 undergraduate and 800 graduate students come to Elon from 49 states and 50 other countries.

Elon’s rigorous curriculum is grounded in the arts and sciences and complemented by nationally accredited professional and graduate programs. The 480 full-time faculty members teach in more than 70 undergraduate majors, along with numerous graduate programs in business, education, communications, health sciences and law.

The university includes Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences; the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business; the School of Communications; the Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education; the School of Health Sciences; and Elon University School of Law, which is located on a campus in downtown Greensboro, N.C.

Global engagement is central to Elon’s student experience and the university is consistently ranked among the top programs in the nation for study abroad. In addition, 81 percent of students participate in service-learning, 87 percent of students complete internships, 59 percent of students hold at least one campus leadership position and 23 percent of students work with faculty mentors on undergraduate research projects.

Elon is a member of the Colonial Athletics Association and the Phoenix athletics program includes 17 intercollegiate men’s and women’s sports in NCAA Division I (FCS football). Elon also offers extensive opportunities in club sports and intramurals.

Elon’s historic 690-acre campus in central North Carolina is designated as a botanical garden and includes the 56-acre Elon University Forest, a land preserve and natural area for scientific research; and Loy Farm, a center for environmental research and sustainability that includes a solar farm.