Project Coordinator - Per Diem

UMass Med School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Med School is seeking a Project Coordinator I for per diem work in Worcester, MA. Responsibilities include supporting multiple projects, organizing activities, and maintaining project plans with senior staff.

Proficiency in MS Project and MS Office is important for timely reports and presentations. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field, plus at least one year of project coordination experience and strong communication skills to interact with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• 1 year of experience coordinating and planning projects.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with computer-based tools including email, word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

Responsibilities

• Organize and plan work activities of the Department for review with senior staff.
• Implement and manage tasks in line with departmental objectives.
• Participate as a member of project teams.
• Assist with project development: data, reports, and special projects.
• Maintain project plans in Microsoft Project and produce related reports.
• Compile/analyze data and draft project reports for senior staff.
• Maintain contact with key personnel including staff and external parties.
• Provide timely updates to the Director on project details and changes.
• Draft correspondence, meeting minutes, and management reports.
• Prepare multimedia presentations and reports using Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Develop and maintain time schedules for staff and events.
• Maintain project files and support materials.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Tools

Microsoft Project

Visio

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Project Coordinator - Per Diem

Location: US-MA-Worcester | Min: USD $20.19/Hr. | Max: USD $25.48/Hr. | Position Type: Perdiem

Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Director or designee, the Project Coordinator I provides analysis and support for projects, administrative, and general operations. Responsible for independent action on multiple projects as assigned. Tasks vary according to the priorities of the department.

Responsibilities

• Organize and plan work activities of the Department for review with appropriate senior staff
• Implement and manage tasks in accordance with departmental objectives
• Participate as a member of project teams
• Assist senior staff with project development activities: compiling data, drafting reports, and assisting with special projects
• Maintain project plans in Microsoft Project and produce related project reports
• Compile and analyze data, and draft project reports for review by senior staff
• Initiate and maintain contact with key personnel including staff, department heads and external parties
• Update the Director or designee on project details and changes in a timely manner
• Review pertinent correspondence, communications and other background materials on a daily basis to remain current on project and operation details
• Draft routine correspondence, meeting minutes, management reports for the Director or designee and department staff
• Prepare multi-media presentations and reports utilizing a variety of software applications including, but not limited to: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Develop and maintain time schedules for department staff, project events and office activities
• Maintain project files and support materials
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, a related field, or equivalent experience
• 1 year of experience coordinating and planning projects
• Ability to work in a team and meet performance deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary to interact with clients and staff
• Demonstrated experience in using computer-based tools including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet and database products.

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