Program Manager, Center for Regional and Rural Connected Communities

This position serves as the Program Manager for the Center for Regional and Rural Connected Communities (CR2C2). The individual hired will be responsible for project management, as well as supporting communication with stakeholders, data collection and management, and information analysis to aid decision-making for CR2C2 and its associated laboratories, projects, and activities.

Under the direction of the CR2C2 Director, this person is also responsible for approving all project management and human resource transactions.

Additionally, they will assist the Center's Business Officer with the financial operations of the Center, including the management of all departmental accounts-both University and externally funded-along with other business functions related to CR2C2 and its associated laboratories and projects.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit North Carolina A & T is a public land grant high research activity university that enrolls over 13,300 students.

The University is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service.

The Center for Regional and Rural Connected Communities (CR2C2) was initially funded by U.S.

Department of Transportation in 2023.

CR2C2 will serve as the Region 4 University Transportation Center (UTC) charged with addressing transportation challenges within the southeastern region of the United States.

Minimum Requirements * Master's Degree in management, relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering), or transportation related discipline and 1 year of similar experience, or * Bachelor's Degree in management, relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering), or transportation related discipline and 2 years of experience * Possess a high level of initiative and the ability to multitask and resolve problems with decisiveness and patience.

* Possess good organizational skills; detail oriented.

* Able to prioritize tasks.

* Demonstrated integrity, dependability, and competence.

* Able to work independently requiring minimal supervision.

* Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

* Able to make presentations utilizing excellent oral communication and facilitation skills.

* Strong critical thinking, analytical, writing, communication, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education * Master's Degree in management, relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering), or transportation related discipline * Project management experience and training.

* Work experience in managerial accounting and/or transportation-related fields.

* Experience with project management tools and software.

* Proficient in statistical analysis applications.

* Ability to work independently as well as be an integral part of a team.

* Experience with fiscal management of contracts and grants in a University or College setting Required License or Certification Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)