Position Function:
The Mississippi Water Resources Research Institute is seeking to hire a full-time Project Manager to manage multiple collaborative grant projects related to rural water and wastewater systems. This position will be responsible for planning, implementing, managing, and coordinating work associated with assigned projects.
Salary Grade: 16
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Located on the campus of Mississippi State University, the Mississippi Water Resources Research Institute administers and coordinates research and outreach programs dealing with water and related resources. It is one of the state institutes authorized by Section 104 of The Water Resources Research Act of 1984. Its activities are developed in close consultation and collaboration between the Institute and leading water resources officials within the state.
The program's purpose is to provide a coordinated research and development program that contributes to the solution of water and water-related land use problems in Mississippi, the region, and the nation.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
October 2024.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate who has extensive expertise and interest in coordinating and managing numerous field-based projects. The incumbent will be expected to successfully direct multiple projects and oversee associated project personnel. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
1. After award of funding, work with senior personnel to plan all project activities.
2. Manage all daily activities without oversight.
3. Serve as the direct supervisor for appropriate project personnel including other full-time and part-time employees, intermittent workers, and students.
4. Work with senior personnel to evaluate water and waste water systems and provide related technical assistance to aid systems in meeting compliance regulations and technical function.
5. Deliver educational presentations to a variety of audiences.
6. Create reports and outreach materials for rural water and wastewater system operators and grant sponsors.
7. Ensure quality management in the timely fulfillment of project requirements and objectives.
8. Work with other project managers in the unit to accomplish necessary budgetary, progress, or other reports required by project guidelines or senior personnel.
9. Procure, maintain, and oversee inventory of equipment and materials.
10. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering, agricultural economics, or related field.
Experience: Five (5) years related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Significant knowledge of scientific and research methodologies.
2. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
3. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
4. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
5. Proven project management abilities.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
7. Demonstrated ability to manage/coordinate multiple detailed tasks.
8. Independent self-starter with strong work ethic.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
1. Ability to work outdoors in all conditions, particularly extreme heat.
2. Lifting heavy objects (>50 lbs) individually.
3. Some travel required.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Submit 1) a letter of application highlighting qualifications, experience, and interests, 2) a resume, and 3)three professional references including names, contact information, and relationship.
Screening Date:
Sept. 20, 2024, until filled.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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