Senior Project Administrator

Job Title

Senior Project Administrator

Department

ASPIRE Office

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$75,000

Position Salary Maximum

$95,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-01-13

Job Description Summary

Miami University is dedicated to being a strong economic development partner, collaborating with industry, government, academia, and strategic partners to provide the talent necessary to generate a positive economic impact and sustainable prosperity for local and state communities. The Project Administrator plays a crucial role in advancing Miami University's entrepreneurial, economic, and societal contributions in the communities where we live, work, educate, and partner.

The ASPIRE Senior Project Administrator will be assigned to lead or support complex ASPIRE initiatives and maintain a portfolio of designated project management with high-level responsibilities. Examples could include, but are not limited to, work related to the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing, Fisher Innovation College@Elm, Hometown Talent Initiative, Advanced Air Mobility Hub, Advanced Manufacturing Hub, Coarse Culture student leadership experience, Center for Civics, Culture, and Society, Buckeye Boys State, and Government Relations.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior Project Administrator Will: 

• Lead implementation of assigned advanced ASPIRE projects by defining the scope with vested partners, developing plans and timelines, managing project resources, staying within budget, maintaining appropriate documentation, and coordinating teams as appropriate; 

• Publicize and promote the activities, programs, and goals of the assigned activities;  

• Join ASPIRE leadership to cross-functionally gather, analyze, and present data, stories, and metrics that showcase ASPIRE's accomplishments and potential for growth;

• Participate in university, regional, and state-wide committees and workgroups that advance the work of ASPIRE and Fisher Innovation College@Elm; 

• Collaborate with Miami University departments, centers, and institutes to cultivate creative solutions for partners while fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge exchange between academia and practical application; 

• Assist with the development, implementation, and promotion of student experiential learning opportunities for ASPIRE and Fisher Innovation College@Elm; 

• Supervise student workers; 

• Travel to Oxford, Columbus, Washington, DC, and elsewhere where ASPIRE is engaged;

• Evening and weekend work required;

• Must have the ability to represent ASPIRE, College@Elm, and the University in multiple settings and contexts;

• Other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree AND 8+ years of experience and demonstrated progressive leadership in Project Management OR

• Master’s degree AND 5+ years of experience and demonstrated progressive leadership in Project Management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree AND 5+ years of experience and demonstrated progressive leadership in Project Management

• Experience in web design, development, and maintenance, OR

• Experience with ASPIRE, Fisher Innovation College@Elm, or the Government Relations Network, OR

• Experience in economic development, entrepreneurship, or community partnerships.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of marketing and social media practices

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Research Experience

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Resume/CV

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

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