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Project Manager II

Project Manager II

Texas A&M AgriLifeLubbock, TX, US
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Project Manager II

Texas A&M AgriLife Research

Research Director Staff

4,180.17 monthly

Location

Lubbock, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members :

  • Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
  • Texas A&M AgriLife Research
  • College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
  • Texas A&M Forest Service
  • Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Position Information

The Project Manager, under direction, manages day-to-day project activities including developing, implementing, tracking budgets, tracking timelines and deliverables, and providing periodic evaluations and reports for projects that are generally medium in scope.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in defining project mission and vision.
  • Manages project portfolios in line with business strategies and in accordance with project management standards. Periodically conducts meetings with stakeholders to schedule and coordinate project activities.
  • Coordinates project resources in conjunction with resource holders and other project managers. Manages projects that the problem and solution may be defined moderate to achieve
  • Manages project quality control and assurance.
  • Establishes goals for project delivery. Applies current best practices in vendor selection, contract negotiation, and project lifecycle.
  • Coordinates the collection and organization of project data, invoices, and reporting in and out.
  • Manages and supervises project team.
  • Routinely communicates with faculty and stakeholders to increase participation in projects; routinely communicates with colleagues and AgriLife Research administration about potential R&D, commercialization and / or other investment opportunities.
  • Provides input and monitors budget that usually has a minor to moderate impact on financial revenue and expenses.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Five years of related experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects using the project management lifecycle.
  • Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills.
  • Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
  • Previous background and familiarity with agriculture industry.
  • Knowledge of soil science and agronomy.
  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in agronomy, soil science, soil conservation, agricultural systems management, or similar discipline.
  • Directly relatable experience in effective communication with a range of agricultural stakeholders.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP).
  • Ability to foster effective partnerships with farmers, landowners, Extension educators, researchers, USDA and state agency personnel, commodity organizations, and industry partners.

    • Other Requirements

  • Requires working evening and weekend hours.
  • Requires travel to various counties within Texas.

    • What You Need to Know

    Non-immigrant foreign nationals are prohibited by export control laws from performing the employment responsibilities associated with this position; sponsorship is not available.

    Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications.

    Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

    When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

    In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following :

  • Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
  • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
  • Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

    • Applicant Instructions

    Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

    Required Documents

    Application packet must include :

  • CV / Resume
  • Cover letter
  • List and contact information of 3 references

    • All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

    Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.

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