Project Manager POSO

Project Manager POSO

Position Number: 930195
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range: $47,379 - $65,405
Position Type: Non-Faculty
Job Category: Non-Faculty Professional

Organizational Unit Overview:

The Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity (POSO) supports the Universitys mission through strong partnerships, excellent service, and people-centered programs. Central to ECUs strategic priority for workforce success, POSO provides leadership to the universitys innovative and dynamic efforts to recruit, retain, develop, and support a thriving workforce and foster an equal opportunity learning and working environment. We seek to be recognized as a strategic partner and innovator - aligning services with university priorities, enabling community success, and contributing to long-term institutional goals.

Compliance and personnel matters administered by this unit are governed by federal and state laws, regulations, statutes, and policies including but not limited to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Equal Pay Act of 1963, as amended; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended (VEVRAA); the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended; the N.C. General Statutes 126-16, as amended; the UNC Policy Manual; and The Code of the University of North Carolina.

Job Duties:

The Project Manager for the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity (POSO) provides planning and implementation support for initiatives overseen by the Department and/or Senior Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief People Officer (CPO). The Project Manager applies project management knowledge, technical and interpersonal skills, and project management tools and techniques to meet the requirements of Department led initiatives and activities.

Duties will include serving as a planner and/or manager for the successful completion of goals and objectives on behalf of the CPO. Some projects will require independently directing the work of a team with authority on actions and decisions. Projects managed through the Department will typically involve initiatives and activities specifically designed to support the Universitys mission and strategic directions around workforce and student success.

Project Management (50%)

• Serve as project planner and manager for multiple POSO affiliated projects by collaborating with the designated owner(s) to develop detailed project plans to include: schedules, workflows, milestones, resources, and team member roles and responsibilities.
• Develop communication plans in collaboration with the project owners to ensure effective team operations, delivery of outcomes, and periodic stakeholder updates.
• Plan, lead, and facilitate regular cross-functional project team meetings; develop detailed task lists and document these details using tools such as work breakdown structures or outlines.
• Propose and design an online project management tracking system that documents the project planning steps and implementation activities.
• Maintain an up-to-date comprehensive inventory of current Department projects, their timeline and status.
• Provide regular written status updates to the CPO regarding projects and initiatives led by or directly supported by POSO; relay time-sensitive matters and questions from key stakeholders.
• Generate project status reports for groups and teams with relevant progress toward goals, including metrics, graphics, decisions required, actions taken, and upcoming milestones. Contribute to reports, publications, websites, and other vehicles for disseminating information.

Project Administration/Leadership (25%)

• Independently serve as project owner, manager, and planner by leading and overseeing programs and activities, as assigned.
• Assemble teams, develop project goals and plans, and assign roles and responsibilities to meet accountability milestones for the programs or projects assigned.
• Convene and participate in various work group meetings to ensure the delivery of outcomes.

Project Consultation (25%)

• Provide direction and assistance in the preparation of project proposals including expected outcomes, project development plans, schedules, and budgets for proposed projects. Assist in the management and tracking of newly proposed initiatives.
• Collaborate with staff across the Department, affiliated committees/groups, and university partners to understand project needs while anticipating and solving problems. Identify and determine gaps in project planning and execution, and recommend changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Deliver project management education to provide teams with best practices in achieving goals effectively and efficiently.
• Recommend new projects and workgroups and provide support to meet strategic goals.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience:

Masters degree; OR bachelors degree and two years of relevant experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

• Three years professional experience in roles that required coordinating projects and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to develop templates and tools to provide guidance and support to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with ability to successfully collaborate and build relationships across the Department and with external partners around project planning to meet POSO strategic priorities, budget and schedule.
• Adept analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to exercise sound judgment, ask questions and be open to the input and decisions of others.
• Ability to independently and collaboratively solve problems and make decisions.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and project coordination skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated use of project management best practices and skills.

Special Instructions to Applicant:

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter that outlines how their experience and qualifications specifically align to this position, (2) a curriculum vitae/resume, and (3) a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Initial Screening Begins: 03/27/2026