Assistant Project Manager APNEP

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North Carolina

Hybrid

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

UNC Institute for the Environment (IE) is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuarine Program CCMP 2025–2030. You will perform background research, assist in managing focus teams, and help draft near-term implementation plans under supervision of IE staff.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field; GIS experience and strong organizational skills are preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent training and experience.
All degrees must be from accredited institutions.
Biological, ecological, environmental, natural resource sciences or related experience.
Ability to convey information accurately during all phases of research.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Coordinate focus team logistics and workshops.
Prepare meeting content and facilitate sessions.
Conduct background research on CCMP actions.
Synthesize research into products for meetings and plans.
Produce maps, literature reviews, and summaries.
Support supervision of graduate researchers.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Active listening

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Mural

Job description

Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; times may vary

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Institute for the Environment (IE) has a multifaceted mission: (1) To strengthen environmental research capacity across UNC by supporting a multi-disciplinary community of scholars that enhances collaboration, increases sharing of knowledge, and identifies solutions to the world’s critical environmental problems. (2) To work in partnership across UNC and with external partners to coordinate and deliver 21st century educational programs that provide students with the experience and skills to thrive in a growing global economy. (3) To put new environmental knowledge into action by engaging and serving communities, here in North Carolina and around the world. (4) To fuel and harness the university’s sustainability activities through the Sustainable Carolina Initiative

Position Summary

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station. The Assistant Project Manager will support the implementation of the Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuarine Program’s Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan ( CCMP ) 2025-2030. The Assistant Project Manager will independently perform background research related to a subset of the 31 actions outlined in the CCMP , assist the project manager in managing focus teams and facilitating meetings and workshops, and contribute to near‑term implementation plan drafts for assigned actions. This position may require shared supervision of 1-2 part‑time graduate student researchers conducting background research. The Assistant Project Manager’s duties and responsibilities will include:

Contacting and communicating with focus team members and arrange logistics for focus team workshops
Prepare focus team meeting and workshop content and facilitating focus team meetings and workshops
Conduct background research related to selected CCMP actions
Synthesize research to generate products to support focus team meetings, workshop facilitation and agendas, and near‑term implementation plans
Produce maps, literature reviews, and summaries as needed for APNEP staff and focus teams
Additional duties as assigned

The Assistant Project Manager will be supervised by Lindsay Dubbs, Research Associate Professor at the UNC Institute for the Environment and Claire Johnson, Postdoctoral Research Associate at the UNC Institute for the Environment

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Biological, ecological, environmental, natural resource sciences or related experience
Able to convey information accurately during all phases of research; ability to ensure that information related to research is understood.
Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others to make sure information is understandable
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Course work in biological, ecological, environmental, natural resource sciences or related discipline and experience that demonstrates possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Experience managing and running focus groups.
Knowledge of the ecosystems and ecology of the Albemarle-Pamlico Estuarine System as well as state and federal rules and regulations regarding their protection.
Demonstrated experience using GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS , or similar) for geospatial analysis and map making using publicly available datasets.
Experience using interactive software and their facilitation tools to host focus team meetings and workshops (e.g., Mural).

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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