Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number 0801828 Classification Title Nextgen Project Manager Working Title Department Agriculture Research Development Program (ARDP) Department Contact Email hli-byarlay@centralstate.edu Job Summary/Basic Function

POSITION SUMMARY

The Agricultural Research and Development Program ( ARDP) at Central State University ( CSU) is seeking a project manager to serve for up to 2 years (with annual renewal pending successful completion of outputs, and the funding availability) to fulfill obligations for a grant with the U.S. Department of Agriculture ( USDA) - NEXTGEN project. The Project Manager will be responsible for daily administrative and operational activities including scheduling, data tracking, communication between CSU PI, Co-PIs, hiring, procurement of goods and services, travel arrangements, and other related post-award support activities. The Project Manager will coordinate all meetings, document meeting activities, work with research students, and ensure completion of assigned tasks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day activities of all grant activities including the clerical functions and monitoring of the budget.
• Assist the CSU PI and Co-PI in coordinating interactions between Central State University, other collaborating institutions and U.S. Dept of Agriculture.
• Develop systems and maintain records that provide for the elevation and continued documentation of assigned activities.
• Prepare a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, directives, and materials
• Assist CSU PI in the timely submission of reports, make travel arrangements, prepare itineraries, and process travel requisitions and reimbursements.
• Coordinate purchases of all goods and services, monitor and supervise the technological and operational changes that affect work processes.
• Manage and arrange all meetings and off-campus visits, able to travel with undergraduate students up to 25% of the time when needed, interview, hire, and supervise research students.
• Maintain NEXTGEN project's general filing, analyze existing processes, locate bottlenecks and streamline existing processes.
• Coordinate for agricultural research related activities, summer camps, or related work
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

• Background knowledge in Agriculture, or related sciences.
• Excellent analytical, oral, written, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills include word processing and database management knowledge.
• Proficient in report preparation.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently of direct supervision and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resources, environmental science, or closely related field. 1 year of research, higher education, or management experience. Preferred Qualifications Banner/Ellucian and sponsored research project management. Posting Date 05/19/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment. Diversity and inclusion are historic, instrumental parts of CSU's heritage. Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. All offer of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review. Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources. Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment. Position Category Staff - Monthly (Exempt) Budgeted Annual Salary $45,000- $50,000 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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