Brown University — Project Coordinator
Filed in Administrative on February 1, 2023
Job Description:
Project Coordinator
The Project Coordinator provides high level support to Brown University Office of Information Technology (OIT) Senior Director(s) and their team members. The incumbent will have sufficient understanding of the department’s initiatives and constituencies to anticipate the impact of various types of communications, recommendations, and/or proposed actions. The incumbent will initiate the appropriate action to achieve operational effectiveness. This position will manage projects between the Senior Directors and their teams within OIT in addition to other Administrators/offices of the university as well as external contacts. The Project Coordinator will take the lead in researching, analyzing and preparing project documents that contribute to effective planning and decision making. The Project Coordinator will be expected to use independent judgment in setting priorities and determining which matters require attention. Requires high levels of discretion in handling confidential situations. Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with University Administrative Offices, Academic Departments and external constituencies as appropriate. Plans conferences, both internal and external to the University. Participates in meetings. Manages calendars using judgment in setting priorities and scheduling appointments and manages travel arrangements. This position has an in-depth understanding of the department issues and how they support the university’s mission.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 3-5 years of previous experience in a similar position providing high Executive Assistant office support.
- Experience managing projects preferred.
- Requires excellent written and verbal skills along with strong interpersonal skills. The ability to elicit and communicate information and to prepare clear, informative, and concise materials.
- Ability to analyze and summarize information.
- Experience working with sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong organizational, administrative and time management skills. Initiative and judgment to independently problem solve and prioritize. The ability to independently develop and implement short and long term goals. The ability to work independently, but also as a strong team member along with the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
- Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment.
- Excellent computer skills along with a proficiency in the majority of the following applications: Google suite, Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel (ability to work with complex formulas), PowerPoint
- Prior experience taking complex, detailed meeting minutes is a plus.
- Experience in a university setting is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-01-24-08:00
Job Posting Title:
Project Coordinator
Department:
Office of Information Technology
Grade:
Grade 9
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Classification:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Vaccination Requirements:
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
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