FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Months Per Year: 12

Employment Status: Full-Time

Work Model: Hybrid Available

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Position Description

Do you have a passion for marketing? Do you have experience managing multiple projects and priorities? Does organizing a well-executed plan to fruition on time with a delighted client and happy team members bring you complete satisfaction? Are you interested in joining a dynamic group of creative individuals? If you answered yes, yes, yes, and heck yes, you might be a great fit for Seattle University’s marketing team.
University Marketing, within the division of University Affairs, seeks a dynamic and highly organized project manager to join our team. This role leads and coordinates various marketing projects to support the university's strategic goals. As the project manager, you will work closely with a talented team of designers, web developers, communications specialists, and content creators. You will be responsible for ensuring the successful execution of marketing initiatives, managing project timelines, and facilitating efficient collaboration between teams. You should be comfortable communicating with others in a team environment and be able to work directly with creative teams. While our current project management platform is Smartsheets, this role will also involve evaluating and potentially transitioning to other project management tools as needed.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of marketing projects to achieve university objectives.
• Establish project scopes, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.

• Define project requirements, tasks, and resource allocations.

Project Management:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress and adjust as necessary to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Ensure clear communication among team members and stakeholders.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Foster collaboration among the design, web development, communications, and content creators.
• Possess the ability to lead individuals regardless of their reporting structure.
• Ensure alignment of project objectives with the university's marketing strategy.

Resource Management:

• Allocate resources effectively to optimize project performance.
• Identify and address resource constraints or bottlenecks.

Project Evaluation:

• Conduct regular project reviews and post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement.

• Gather and analyze project performance metrics.

Change Management:

• Stay updated on emerging project management tools and methodologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to explore and implement alternative project management platforms, if necessary.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, project management, or a related field.
• Three years of proven experience in project management, preferably in a marketing or higher education environment, or, six years of progressively responsible administrative coordinative program experience.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Smartsheets, Asana, Trello).
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of marketing principles and strategies is a plus.
• Contributing to the success and reputation of an outstanding university.

If you are a proactive and results-oriented project manager passionate about marketing and higher education, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the continued success of Seattle University.

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Compensation at a Glance:
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000
Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance:
Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/