Kansas State University, as the nation’s first land-grant institution, is committed to providing opportunity and access for all Kansans and their communities. In order to increase capacity and interest in STEM disciplines, the university offers a variety of STEM partnership and outreach programming. This position, Program/Project Manager, will provide creativity and implementation of various activities, including, but not limited to: conducting pre-college outreach events, undergraduate/graduate student recruitment and retention programs, post-doctoral student support programs, and faculty programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan & Execute Events
Coordinate and oversee STEM events in collaboration with campus and community partners. Handle logistics, manage materials, and ensure smooth execution.
Program Management
Work with the executive director to lead STEM programs, evaluate outcomes, improve processes, manage budgets, and track performance metrics.
Community Outreach
Promote STEM programs through outreach, marketing, and participation in community and campus events.
Communication
Manage publicity and respond to inquiries. Help drive ideas for student engagement and retention.
Supervision
Hire, train, and supervise student workers, mentors, and program staff. Coordinate scheduling and oversee performance.
Academic Affairs and Innovation provides leadership and guidance across the academic enterprise, overseeing matters involving policy, the university's academic program portfolio, faculty affairs, academic program development and revitalization and more.
This position is on-site.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Sponsorship eligibility:
This position is eligible for sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled.
$57,000 - $75,000
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