Collaborative Initiatives Program Manager

Hamilton College•Clinton, NY

12d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Position Summary The Collaborative Initiatives Program Manager plays a key role in advancing innovative, cross-disciplinary projects—from digital initiatives to emerging technology prototypes that support teaching, learning, and creative scholarly work. The ideal candidate brings experience in higher education, a deep interest in transformational learning and research, and a demonstrated ability to move complex projects from concept to implementation. This role is part of Hamilton College’s Digital Initiatives, Scholarship, and Collaboration (DISC) team within LITS, a collaborative hub that supports digital projects and the exploration of emerging technologies with a focus on human-centered design. The Program Manager partners closely with colleagues across LITS to accelerate ideas, support faculty and student research, and contribute to institution-wide initiatives that strengthen Hamilton’s commitment to a future-focused liberal arts education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a related field (e.g., digital humanities, information science, library science, education, media studies, arts, computer science, or related liberal arts discipline) preferred
Demonstrated experience managing projects in an academic, research, library, or creative technology environment
Experience supporting digital projects, emerging technologies, academic innovation, or hands-on creative work with students and faculty
Ability to translate creative ideas into actionable project plans, prototypes, and collaborative initiatives
Familiarity with emerging learning and innovation practices, including design thinking, human-centered design, and iterative prototyping
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams and build productive campus partnerships
Ability to explore new technologies, experimenting, and learning alongside faculty, staff, and students
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to support diverse audiences and translate technical concepts for non-technical users
Ability to support and mentor student employees and student-led creative inquiry
Ability to be a self-starter mindset with strong problem-solving skills and a bias toward action, creativity, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Lead, coordinate, and execute cross-disciplinary projects that support digital endeavors, innovative teaching, emerging technologies, and creative campus initiatives
Collaborate closely with faculty, students, and staff to design, prototype, and implement academic and research-focused projects
Support rapid prototyping and iterative development of new ideas, tools, and workflows that enhance scholarly and creative work
Partner with colleagues in LITS to advance cross-team projects
Provide guidance, training, and consultations for faculty, students, and staff using digital tools, platforms, and methods
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation to ensure successful delivery of initiatives
Facilitate workshops, events, and learning experiences that foster experimentation, creativity, and digital fluency across campus
Evaluate emerging tools and technologies and recommend strategic opportunities for academic application
Build strong relationships with campus stakeholders to identify needs, co-design solutions, and advance shared goals aligned with Hamilton’s liberal arts mission
Contribute to the culture of innovation, inclusivity, and collaborative problem-solving across LITS and the broader campus
Support student workers and project teams by fostering a creative, hands-on learning environment and mentorship culture
Communicate project progress and outcomes to internal and external audiences through presentations, reports, and digital platforms