Project Manager, Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement / Office of the Dean

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Position Information

Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Position Title Project Manager, Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement / Office of the Dean
Posting Category Staff
Department Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Posting Number U240051
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/51123
Employer UB Foundation Activities
Appointment Term
Position Type

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary
The Project Manager is a shared position between the Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement and the Office of the Dean and Vice President for Health Sciences. The Project Manager will support implementation of our strategic plan, program evaluation, and continuous quality improvement efforts. They will be responsible for developing timelines and monitoring progress of projects related to the strategic plan, accreditation, and other projects as they arise.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Management of the strategic planning and implementation process, including the collection of status updates and maintenance of the implementation software and dashboard
• Regular tracking and communication of changes and progress to appropriate constituents for projects under the purview of the Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement
• Regular tracking and communication of changes and progress to appropriate constituents for projects under the purview of the Office of the Dean and Vice President for Health Sciences
• Collaboration with the OAQI Director and Data Manager to identify and address gaps in assessment, accreditation requirements, and elements related to the mission and vision of our strategic goals.

Skills:

• Interpretation of data and data visualizations for data-informed decision-making
• Use of industry-standard tools/templates for project management
• Able to work independently with a high degree of reliability, accuracy, and productivity
• Able to exercise independent judgement effectively in decision making process
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail
• Management of multiple projects and ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong interpersonal, team and communication skills
• Desire and capability to continue self-directed learning in the field
• Commitment to team growth through sharing of knowledge and integration of skills

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UBF comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our UBF benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Higher Education, or related field with significant experience in higher education project management
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to build and maintain respectful and collaborative relationships with multiple stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Business, Higher Education, or related field with at least three years of experience in higher education project management
• Equivalent education and experience will be considered
• PMP certification
• Experience in implementation and tracking of strategic plans
• Experience with accreditation of an academic program
• Basic knowledge of interpretation and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data

Physical Demands
Salary Range $80,000 - $95,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Type Full-Time
Campus Downtown Campus
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Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name Tanya Biscardi
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Director of Accreditation and Quality Improvement
Contact's Email biscardi@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-829-5641

Posting Dates

Posted 07/22/2024
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled

References

Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
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   • Student
   • No Current Employment Affiliation
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents