Project Director/Marshall for All

Position Details

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Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:

• Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
• Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
• Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
• Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
• Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

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We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

• Work week is 37.5 hrs.
• A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
• Holidays - Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays
• Annual and Sick Leave - Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave
• Health Insurance - Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
• Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
• Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
• Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
• Wellness Programs - PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

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Position Information

Position Title
Project Director/Marshall for All

Banner Position Number
002707

E-Class
NC - Nonclassified - .53 or >

Department
Marshall For All - MU3302

Job Description

The Project Director provides strategic leadership and accountability for the development, management, and implementation of the Marshall for All (M4A) debt-free bachelor's degree program at Marshall University. The role integrates program direction with data-driven evaluation to ensure M4A evolves sustainably and equitably in alignment with institutional goals. The Project Director leads long-term planning, continuous improvement, and evidence-based decision-making, and oversees the reporting, research, and performance systems needed to optimize program operations and student outcomes. This role operationalizes the program through supervision of program staff and coordinated implementation with partner offices, including convening committees to improve processes and connect students to the resources, mentoring, training, internships, and opportunities that support a successful debt-free degree experience.

Program Strategy, Development & Scaling

• Guide the long-term vision, sustainability, and strategic direction of Marshall for All (M4A), including ongoing program design, implementation, and scaling over time.
• Identify emerging challenges and opportunities using data, research, and stakeholder feedback; set strategies that advance the program mission and improve student outcomes, and ensure implementation through program staff and campus partners.
• Collaborate with peer institutions by sharing Marshall for All program strategy and evaluation findings to support replication and adaptation of debt-free initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary convener of university leadership, campus offices, students, and external partners to support coordinated implementation of Marshall for All.
• Partner with Financial Aid, Student Success, Institutional Research, and other units-including close coordination with the financial aid operations/packaging and student experience functions-to align program strategy, operational workflows, compliance requirements, and student supports.
• Facilitate cross-department communication, issue resolution, and escalation pathways to support program integrity and student success.

Data-Driven Evaluation, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Lead the design and oversight of program evaluation and long-term tracking, including interpretation of results to assess effectiveness and inform strategic and operational improvements.
• Establish and oversee program goals, reporting, analysis, documentation, and dashboards/systems that monitor program performance, service delivery, and student outcomes.
• Oversee any grant-funded evaluation work, ensuring compliance and alignment with grant goals and reporting requirements.

Program Operations, Resource Stewardship & Representation

• Direct priorities across program workstreams by establishing operating rhythms and issue-triage/escalation pathways; hire, supervise, and support program staff to ensure role clarity and operational coverage across the end-to-end program.
• Develop multi-year sustainability and resource plans grounded in data, institutional priorities, and funding realities; recommend adjustments to program structure, staffing, and processes to support long-term viability.
• Develop and oversee execution of a communications plan in partnership with the Office of Marketing and Communications, leveraging program staff and partner offices to deliver timely, consistent messaging.
• Represent Marshall for All in institutional meetings, committees, and strategic planning efforts; communicate program performance, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership to champion data-informed decision-making.

Salary Range
$60,441-$78,574. Salary is commensurate upon education, experience and internal equity

Salary Type
Salary

Time Type
Full-Time

Work Location
MU - Marshall University

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

Experience

• At least 3 years related professional work
• Demonstrated project management experience

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree

Experience

• Experience working in higher education
• Knowledge and understanding of financial aid or enrollment services and programs
• Experience using data and reporting to inform program improvement

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
MU1278E

Open Date
07/30/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Salary : $60,441 - $78,574