Central State University
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number 0801729
Classification Title NEXTGEN Project Manager
Working Title
Department Agriculture Research Development Program (ARDP)
Department Contact Email hli-byarlay@centralstate.edu
Job Summary/Basic Function
POSITION SUMMARY: Agriculture Research Development Program (ARDP) in the Agricultural Research and Development Program at Central State University (CSU) is seeking a project manager to serve for up to 3 years (with annual renewal pending successful completion of outputs) to fulfill obligations for grant with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - NEXTGEN project.
The Project Manager will be responsible for daily administrative and operational activities including scheduling, data tracking, communication between CSU PI, Co-PIs, hiring, procurement of goods and services, travel arrangements, and other related post-award support activities. The Project Manager will coordinate all meetings, document meeting activities, work with research students, and ensure completion of assigned tasks.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day activities of all grant activities including the clerical functions and monitoring of the budget. • Assist the CSU PI and Co-PI in coordinating interactions between Central State University, other collaborating institutions and U.S. Dept of Agriculture. • Develop systems and maintain records that provide for the elevation and continued documentation of assigned activities. • Prepare a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, directives, and materials • Assist CSU PI in the timely submission of reports, make travel arrangements, prepare itineraries, and process travel requisitions and reimbursements. • Coordinate purchases of all goods and services, monitor and supervise the technological and operational changes that affect work processes. • Manage and arrange all meetings and off-campus visits, able to travel with undergraduate students up to 25% of the time when needed, interview, hire, and supervise research students. • Maintain NEXTGEN project's general filing, analyze existing processes, locate bottlenecks and streamline existing processes. • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: • Excellent analytical, oral, written, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Computer skills including word processing, and database management knowledge. • Proficient in report preparation. • Excellent organizational skills. • Ability to work independently of direct supervision and maintain confidentiality. • Ability to work under tight deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications • Education: Bachelor's degree in education, science or closely related field. • Experience: 1 year of education or research experience.
Preferred Qualifications • Experience: Banner/Ellucian and sponsored research project management.
Posting Date 07/07/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment. Diversity and inclusion are historic, instrumental parts of CSU's heritage. Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.
Position Category Staff - Monthly (Exempt)
Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience
Posting Details
Posting Number 0801729
Classification Title NEXTGEN Project Manager
Working Title
Department Agriculture Research Development Program (ARDP)
Department Contact Email hli-byarlay@centralstate.edu
Job Summary/Basic Function
POSITION SUMMARY: Agriculture Research Development Program (ARDP) in the Agricultural Research and Development Program at Central State University (CSU) is seeking a project manager to serve for up to 3 years (with annual renewal pending successful completion of outputs) to fulfill obligations for grant with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - NEXTGEN project.
The Project Manager will be responsible for daily administrative and operational activities including scheduling, data tracking, communication between CSU PI, Co-PIs, hiring, procurement of goods and services, travel arrangements, and other related post-award support activities. The Project Manager will coordinate all meetings, document meeting activities, work with research students, and ensure completion of assigned tasks.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day activities of all grant activities including the clerical functions and monitoring of the budget. • Assist the CSU PI and Co-PI in coordinating interactions between Central State University, other collaborating institutions and U.S. Dept of Agriculture. • Develop systems and maintain records that provide for the elevation and continued documentation of assigned activities. • Prepare a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, directives, and materials • Assist CSU PI in the timely submission of reports, make travel arrangements, prepare itineraries, and process travel requisitions and reimbursements. • Coordinate purchases of all goods and services, monitor and supervise the technological and operational changes that affect work processes. • Manage and arrange all meetings and off-campus visits, able to travel with undergraduate students up to 25% of the time when needed, interview, hire, and supervise research students. • Maintain NEXTGEN project's general filing, analyze existing processes, locate bottlenecks and streamline existing processes. • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: • Excellent analytical, oral, written, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Computer skills including word processing, and database management knowledge. • Proficient in report preparation. • Excellent organizational skills. • Ability to work independently of direct supervision and maintain confidentiality. • Ability to work under tight deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications • Education: Bachelor's degree in education, science or closely related field. • Experience: 1 year of education or research experience.
Preferred Qualifications • Experience: Banner/Ellucian and sponsored research project management.
Posting Date 07/07/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment. Diversity and inclusion are historic, instrumental parts of CSU's heritage. Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.
Position Category Staff - Monthly (Exempt)
Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience