Posting Details

Posting Number

S15972P

Working Title

Project Manager - INPO

Department

Social Work-Dean's Office

About the University of Georgia

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About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Part Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

8am-5pm Monday-Thursday (32hrs/wk)

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

10/27/2026

Open until filled

No

Closing Date

11/02/2026

Proposed Starting Date

12/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information

Classification Title

Project Management Pro I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

0.80

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

This position will help coordinate an ongoing projects within the Institute of Nonprofit Organizations ( INPO ) within the School of Social Work. Projects will focus on rural engagement and developing rural community outreach to build new partnerships, collaboration, and funding opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Ability to engage with current community and industry partners, as well as develop new relationships and partnerships between faculty and community stakeholders.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work involves remaining in a seated position for extended periods. The worker must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally, frequently use hands and fingers for typing, and possess close visual acuity for extensive computer screen monitoring.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Project Development and Management:

• The project manager will participate in and help oversee on-going projects conducted by PI and collaborators and deliver progress reports to funders and donors. Will oversee the timelines, progress, and deliverables for each project. Will represent the projects to external stakeholders while PI maintains final decisionmaking role.

Percentage of time

75

Duties/Responsibilities

Data Coordination:

• The project manager will engage with research partners for data collection, interpretation, and implementation. Will translate research findings to project reports and disseminate to partners, funders, and other stakeholders

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

Public Service and Outreach:

• The project manager will collaborate with community and industry partners to utilize, design processes, and provide feedbback on research generated data, training, and interventions. Will develop new community partnerships for new research projects and engage with faculty research leads to connect their expertise to offer to community partners.

Percentage of time

10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Maryanna Axson

Recruitment Contact Email

maxson@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents