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Project Manager, Academic Resources
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Position Number: 1261467
Location: Fullerton, CA
Position Type: Business - Management

Project Manager, Academic Resources

Classification: Administrator II-Range A

AutoReqId: 10450BR

Department: Provost/VPAA Operations

Sub-Division: Provost/VPAA

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Appointment Type: At Will

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Summary:
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About CSUF:
Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California's revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

About the Position:
The Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs is driven by student success. We believe that getting an education isn't just about the classes you take or the degree you earn - It's about engaging with diverse perspectives and cultivating an enlightened outlook on our communities, our society and our world. We are searching for an exceptional individual to join our team as a Project Manager, Academic Resources. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general direction of the Senior Director, Academic Finances and Space Management, the Project Manager, Academic Resources, works independently and exercises considerable latitude in a collaborative, fast-paced, and detail-oriented position to meet strategic and operational goals through skilled analysis, oversight, execution, direction, and coordination of physical academic resource projects and operations. Exercises personal initiative, professional/sound judgment, and proficiency in initiating and completing simultaneous complex projects while using exceptional analytical, organizational, communication, and team-work skills. Utilizes knowledge of academic organizational processes to independently manage a wide variety of programs and time sensitive project assignments. Leads work in specifically assigned areas of operation, with a primary focus on academic facility improvements. Facilitates, advises on, and manages many multi-faceted and diverse projects. Effectively and efficiently works with administrators, staff, faculty, and multiple constituents and operations across campus to ensure the highest quality output and timely results. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration or a related field. Eight years of progressively responsible experience managing projects/processes. Demonstrated experience interpreting, documenting, communicating, and reinforcing processes and policies plus exceptional technical skills related to
detailed data extraction, compilation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Pivot Tables, PowerPoint, and Word) and common management system tools such as PeopleSoft. Detail- oriented with the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and focus. Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, be reliable and dependable, and work well in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels, along with knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to maintain positive and supportive relationships in a diverse environment, have a strong service acumen, and show consistent initiative to work independently and in
a team environment to manage workload and multiple or changing priorities.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Special Working Conditions:
The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

California State University, Fullerton is a comprehensive, regional university serving a diverse student population of over 40,000, including international students representing 86 nations. Located on a 241-acre campus in Orange County, it is a technologically robust and culturally vibrant area. Many of our employees enjoy the close proximity to the beaches and mountains for surfing, hiking and mountain biking. The University offers 57 undergraduate and 52 graduate degree programs, including a doctorate in education and a doctorate in nursing practice, in a rich diverse environment. Diverse Issues in Higher Education (August 2017) ranks the campus as 5th in the nation in terms of bachelors degrees awarded to underrepresented students based on data from the U.S. Department of Education. Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education (August 2017) ranks CSU Fullerton number one in California and second in the nation among top colleges and universities awarding degrees to Hispanics. The University is proud to be designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution.

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Application Deadline: 30-Aug-2018

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