Project administrator

Job Number: JR103323

Remote Type: Fully On-Campus

Job Title
ASPIRE Project Administrator

Department
ASPIRE Office

Worker Type
Regular

Pay Type
Salary

Position Salary Minimum
55,500

Position Salary Maximum
75,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Benefit Eligible
Yes

Screening Date
2025-11-17

Job Description Summary
Miami University is dedicated to being a strong economic development partner, collaborating with industry, government, academia, and strategic partners to provide the talent necessary to generate a positive economic impact and sustainable prosperity for local and state communities. The Project Administrator plays a crucial role in advancing Miami University's entrepreneurial, economic, and societal contributions in the communities where we live, work, educate, and partner.

The ASPIRE Project Administrator will be assigned to lead or support specific ASPIRE (Advancing Strategies, Partnerships, Institutional Relations, & Economies Office) initiatives and maintain a portfolio of designated project management responsibilities. Examples could include, but are not limited to, work related to the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing, Fisher Innovation College@Elm, Hometown Talent Initiative, Advanced Air Mobility Hub, Advanced Manufacturing Hub, Coarse Culture student leadership experience, Center for Civics, Culture, and Society, American Legion Buckeye Boys State, and Government Relations Network.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead implementation of assigned ASPIRE projects by defining the scope with vested partners, developing plans and timelines, managing project resources, staying within budget, maintaining appropriate documentation, and coordinating teams as appropriate;
• Publicize and promote the activities, programs, and goals of the assigned activities;
• Assist ASPIRE leadership to cross-functionally gather, analyze, and present data, stories, and metrics that showcase ASPIRE's accomplishments and potential for growth;
• Participate in university, regional, and state-wide committees and workgroups that advance the work of ASPIRE and Fisher Innovation College@Elm;
• Collaborate with Miami University departments, centers, and institutes to cultivate creative solutions for partners while fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge exchange between academia and practical application;
• Assist with the development, implementation, and promotion of student experiential learning opportunities for ASPIRE and Fisher Innovation College@Elm;
• Supervise student workers;
• Travel to Oxford, Cleveland, Columbus, Washington, DC, and elsewhere where ASPIRE is engaged;
• Evening and weekend work required; and
• Other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with ASPIRE, Fisher Innovation College@Elm, or the Government Relations Network;
• Experience in economic development, entrepreneurship, or community partnerships;
• Experience in web design, development, and maintenance;
• Research Experience

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to represent ASPIRE, College@Elm, and the University in multiple settings and contexts;
• Knowledge of marketing and social media practices.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents
Resume/CV and Cover Letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)
None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560.

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