Project Coordinator, Senior - Wyoming Institute for Humanities

University of Wyoming•Laramie, WY

42d•Hybrid

About The Position

Coordinate and manage the administrative, financial, and personnel functions of The Wyoming Institute for Humanities Research (WIHR). The Institute supports the humanities at the University by funding research, offering public programming, and serving as a hub for faculty, students, and staff interested in the humanities. Working with the Institute director and steering committee, the Project Coordinator, Senior will coordinate the operational, financial, and public programming functions of the Wyoming Institute for Humanities Research and its projects, under limited supervision. Specific functions include but are not limited to: managing logistics for public events; producing high-quality humanities content for public engagement, including social media and communications; monitoring project budgets; supervising hourly and student employees; representing the Institute at public functions; coordinating grant-writing and fundraising activities; assisting the Humanities Institute with other related project functions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field
3 years work-related experience, including administration, supervision, and counseling experience
Collaboration
Developing Organizational Talent
Formal Presentation Skills
Individual Leadership
Innovation
Judgment
Quality Orientation
Work Prioritization & Management

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a humanities field
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Work or volunteer experience in humanities research-related fields (grant writing, publishing, for a research center or institute, for example)
Work or volunteer experience in the public humanities (at cultural organizations such as libraries, museums, national or state parks or historic sites, for example)
Social media savvy

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage the administrative, financial, and personnel activities of the Wyoming Institute for Humanities Research.
Develop project goals and objectives and revise as necessary; develop and implement a comprehensive plan for delivery and assessment of project objectives and goals.
Represent Wyoming or the University at grant functions, or other meetings and events, which may include reporting on projects, planning collaborations with other project professionals, and evaluating projects.
Develop recruiting and funding strategies; plan and write grant proposals; negotiate approval of grant awards; write reports on status of funded projects.
Develop project budgets; disseminate funding and monitor expenses against budget allocations.
Direct and supervise the project personnel functions including hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of staff.
Consult with faculty, counselors, staff members, and the public to assist students and/or program participants associated with the project.

Benefits

Generous Retirement Contributions:â The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage:â Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
Paid Time Off:â Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver:â Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:â Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

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