Administrative Special Projects-For Hire Only

Duke University:

 

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

 

Position Summary

Manages and coordinates the Duke University Libraries (DUL) work for the Lilly Renovation and Expansion project from design to construction to reopening and substantial completion of the post-reopening punch list.  This position is for 16 hours per week through September 2026.

Responsibilities 

• Manages and/or coordinates DUL’s planning, design and construction-support work associated with the renovation of the Lilly Library to ensure that DUL operational goals and needs are met; serves as a member of the DUL Lilly Project Team (LPT) and supports the working groups as needed.
• Serves as primary liaison with FMD Project Manager (PM), architects, tenants and others regarding design, enabling and construction issues; maintains a thorough understanding of the scope of work, the project schedule, and potential impact on existing operations; provides updates to the LPT and others as appropriate.
• Consults and collaborates with the UL, Executive Group, Lilly staff, other departments, administration, contractors, and vendors in determining details and special needs for the enabling phase and the project.
• Coordinates resolution of construction-related problems and assists DUL in determining priorities for change orders as needed.
• In conjunction with the FMD PM, tracks and monitors Capital Project Request Forms (CPRF); monitors and reviews financial reporting with Business Services; provides regular reports and information regarding project budget; works with DUL Development as needed on fundraising reporting for the project. 
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualifications

It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem solving, continuous learning, and a commitment to creating a culture of inclusion that values and respects diversity of perspective, background, and experience. 

 

Education:

Required: Work generally requires organizational, analytical and communication skills normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program.

 

Preferred: MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field.

 

Experience:

Required:  Seven years of administration, management, or supervisory experience (including project management) is required.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Occasionally works in an environment in which exposure to materials containing dust and mold is possible
• Occasional weekend work required
• Occasional travel required

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. This description is subject to change at any time.

Salary and Benefits

Salary dependent on qualifications and experience; anticipated salary $44,000. This position is not benefits eligible.

Environment

Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the most prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university's intellectual life, connecting people and ideas. The Libraries consist of the Perkins Library, Bostock Library, Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Lilly Library, and Music Library, and the library at the Duke Marine Laboratory in Beaufort. Duke's library holdings of 6.2 million volumes are among the largest of private universities in the United States.

Duke is a diverse community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness, and respect for all people. As part