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Job #
042585
Department Code
22401-2201
Department
Falk College
Job Title
Project Manager
Location
Syracuse, NY
Campus
Syracuse, NY
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range
$62,400 - $72,500
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Staff Level
S5
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type
Full-time
Unionized Position Code
UA
Job Description
The Project Manager will work directly under the PI (Dean Jeremy Jordan) to manage and carry out all aspects of the Character Development through Sport Fan Engagement initiative, a three-year, $994,499 grant-funded project supported by the Educating Character Initiative at Wake Forest University. This university-wide initiative leverages collegiate sports fandom to cultivate ethical reasoning, teamwork, empathy, and community among undergraduate students.
The Project Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing all aspects of the initiative, including: coordinating cross-campus partnerships with Hendricks Chapel, Athletics, Newhouse School, School of Education’s CEPP, Student Living, and Student Experience; recruiting and managing annual cohorts of 200-300 students; planning and executing campus-wide ethical fandom campaigns, events, speaker series, and the annual Character and Fandom Summit; serving as liaison for budget coordination with Falk College budget office and OSP; supporting the concurrent research study on sport fandom and character development; managing data collection and IRB compliance; coordinating clinical simulations and student leadership development; and preparing assessment reports and program documentation for stakeholders and potential funders.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.
The Project Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing all aspects of the initiative, including: coordinating cross-campus partnerships with Hendricks Chapel, Athletics, Newhouse School, School of Education’s CEPP, Student Living, and Student Experience; recruiting and managing annual cohorts of 200-300 students; planning and executing campus-wide ethical fandom campaigns, events, speaker series, and the annual Character and Fandom Summit; serving as liaison for budget coordination with Falk College budget office and OSP; supporting the concurrent research study on sport fandom and character development; managing data collection and IRB compliance; coordinating clinical simulations and student leadership development; and preparing assessment reports and program documentation for stakeholders and potential funders.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.
Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Sport Management, Public Administration, or related field preferred; bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum 3-5 years of project management experience in higher education, student development, or community engagement.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives with competing priorities.
- Proven track record building partnerships across diverse organizational units.
- Experience with grant budget coordination and financial reporting.
- Understanding of college student development theory and character education principles.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, survey platforms, and data management tools.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of sport culture and intercollegiate athletics; research coordination and IRB compliance experience; event planning and logistics management; grant writing experience; familiarity with university financial systems and sponsored programs administration.
Skills and Knowledge
- Strategic thinking and planning; attention to detail and organizational excellence; problem-solving and adaptability; cultural competency and inclusive practice; stakeholder engagement and relationship building; data-driven decision making; initiative and self-direction; commitment to ethical leadership and character development.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate all initiative activities across campus partners; develop and maintain project timelines and deliverables; recruit and engage annual cohorts of 200-300 students; oversee ethical fandom campaigns, events, speaker series, and annual Summit; facilitate communication among partner units; maintain program documentation and implementation guides.
- Support research study on sport fandom and character development; coordinate data collection including surveys, focus groups, and interviews; ensure IRB compliance; manage participant recruitment and research databases; assist with research reports, publications, and presentations.
- Support research study on sport fandom and character development; coordinate data collection including surveys, focus groups, and interviews; ensure IRB compliance; manage participant recruitment and research databases; assist with research reports, publications, and presentations.
- Build relationships with Athletics, CEPP, Newhouse Sports Media Center, Student Living, Division of Student Experience, and University Communications; coordinate game-day programming, clinical simulations, media literacy programming, residence hall integration, and storytelling efforts.
- Serve as liaison between PI, Falk College budget office, and OSP; coordinate budget requests and expenditure approvals; track spending and maintain financial records; prepare budget status reports; facilitate communication on financial needs and compliance; assist with sustainability planning and future funding identification.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
Salary : $62,400 - $72,500