Summary

Coordinates and supports multiple, smaller-scale projects and initiatives. Evaluates projects for conformance to established goals and objectives. Responsible for overall success of assigned projects through internal and external resource identification, coordination, and mobilization.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinates and supports smaller-scale, multifaceted projects of intermediate complexity.
2. Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning; may develop and//r implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals.
3. Administers, oversees, and coordinates the activities of a range of smaller scale operating and support projects, as assigned.
4. Gathers facts, researches issues, analyzes potential solutions, compares alternatives in terms of cost, time, and availability of resources, and recommends a course of action.
5. Researches, evaluates, and analyzes relevant/related business requirements and processes; generates reports as requested.
6. Implements project plans as designed; monitors project status and resource utilization and recommends changes to improve team effectiveness.
7. Coordinates and tracks project budgets as assigned.
8. Participates in the development, coordination, and implementation of changes and/or improvements to management systems and procedures for the department.
9. May represent UNM to various institutional departments and divisions as well as externally to local and national organizations, and the general public.
10. May supervise the work of others.
11. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; at least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Outstanding interpersonal and community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community.
• Advanced analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively summarize and present information.
• Program planning and implementation skills.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Excellent written, oral, and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, accept accountability and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues, and approaches in area of expertise.
• Strategic Planning and Project Management Skills within a higher education environment.

Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• No or very limited physical effort required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

The University of New Mexico provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.

Revised Date: 06/11/2023