Temporary Integrated Marketing and Communications Project Manager (Cornell Lab of Ornithology); Ithaca, New York

Cornell University • Ithaca, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Temporary Integrated Marketing and Communications Project and Program Manager, you will develop and/or modify an effective central project intake and tracking process for the Integrated Marketing and Communications Team (IM&C). You will monitor project performance and associated financial metrics. Duties include: Assessing and managing issues, prioritizing and driving resolution for medium- to high-complexity projects Ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget. Developing innovative, collaborative solutions to project challenges and process gaps. Developing and/or modifying internal project management processes to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and results. Preparing impact analysis statements and managing change request processes. Facilitating team and Lab-wide reporting on project results. Advising and/or leading the IM&C Team and unit leadership in project selection, mapped to Lab and unit goals and corresponding tactical approaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, project management, and 5+ years of project management or related experience in marketing, communications, content development, or creative production, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate in simple, actionable terms
• Ability to facilitate effective, cross-functional teamwork at all levels of the organization and with partners
• Experience using project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Workfront).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to problem-solve proactively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with digital collaboration tools.
• Ability to self-motivate and self-educate, especially in evaluating and integrating new or improved tools and approaches to drive efficiency (e.g., Salesforce Marketing Cloud)
• Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and well-being.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or other advanced degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification.
• Experience with content marketing, digital storytelling, and brand strategy.
• Experience managing through influence.
• Knowledge of higher education marketing and science communication.
• Familiarity with marketing automation tools, analytics platforms, or CRM systems.
• Experience standing up new project management systems and processes.
• Prior experience working in environmental, wildlife, or conservation-focused organizations.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and managing issues, prioritizing and driving resolution for medium- to high-complexity projects
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Developing innovative, collaborative solutions to project challenges and process gaps.
• Developing and/or modifying internal project management processes to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and results.
• Preparing impact analysis statements and managing change request processes.
• Facilitating team and Lab-wide reporting on project results.
• Advising and/or leading the IM&C Team and unit leadership in project selection, mapped to Lab and unit goals and corresponding tactical approaches.

Benefits

• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, well-being, and sustainability.
• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands.
• Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end-of-year Winter Break from December 25 - January 1.
• To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions, we also offer two additional floating holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees