Project Manager

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Florida seeks a SCORE Project Manager to coordinate initiatives across OTIEC, Sunshine ERC, and USF SafetyFlorida to advance SCORE’s strategic goals in a dynamic, multi-program environment.

You will lead planning, reporting, and collaboration efforts with faculty, program directors, and external partners to ensure compliance and program success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of project management or coordination experience.
• Some positions may require project management certification.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s with 4 years PM experience or Master’s with 2 years PM experience.
• Master’s degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Public Administration, Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Education, or related field.
• Experience managing complex cross-program projects and coordinating grants or federally funded programs.
• Knowledge of USF internal grant management requirements.
• Experience working with OSHA, NIOSH, and Education and Research Centers.
• Strong ability to build relationships with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• PM certification such as PMP or CAPM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities across OTIEC, Sunshine ERC, and USF SafetyFlorida to align SCORE goals.
• Develop project plans, schedules, timelines, deliverables, and status reports.
• Support data collection, reporting, and evaluation for grants and federal partners.
• Assist in developing new training, education, and outreach initiatives.
• Communicate SCORE activities through websites and promotional materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Reporting

Stakeholder management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Grant management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

The SCORE Project Manager coordinates and implements initiatives that support SCORE’s strategic goals. Under the direction of the SCORE Director, this role helps the OSHA Training Institute Education Center, Sunshine ERC, and USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program collaborate effectively, share resources, and align activities to strengthen the consortium’s overall impact.

Job Description

The SCORE Project Manager coordinates and implements initiatives that support SCORE’s strategic goals. Under the direction of the SCORE Director, this role helps the OSHA Training Institute Education Center, Sunshine ERC, and USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program collaborate effectively, share resources, and align activities to strengthen the consortium’s overall impact.

Responsibilities include developing project plans and timelines, coordinating with faculty and program directors, supporting grant and contract deliverables, managing cross-program communication, and ensuring SCORE initiatives comply with federal, state, and institutional requirements. The position requires managing multiple complex projects at once and working effectively with diverse stakeholders across USF and partner organizations.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Program Coordination / Consortium Integration — Coordinate activities across the USF OSHA Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC), Sunshine Education and Research Center (ERC), and USF SafetyFlorida OSHA 21(d) Consultation Program to ensure alignment with SCORE strategic goals and direction from the SCORE Director. Facilitate regular communication between program directors and staff, identify opportunities for shared resources and joint initiatives, and support leveraging of training, outreach, and administrative capacity across all three programs.
• Project Planning and Implementation — Develop project plans, schedules, timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables for SCORE initiatives under the direction of the SCORE Director. Monitor progress toward milestones, identify barriers, adjust resources as necessary to keep projects on track, and prepare regular status reports for the SCORE Director and program leadership. Apply project management tools and tracking systems to manage all aspects of project progress.
• Data Collection, Reporting, and Evaluation — Support data collection, tracking, and reporting requirements for grants, cooperative agreements, and federal partners including OSHA and NIOSH. Assure that all relevant data are routinely collected and maintained on project operations, training and consultation activities, continuing education participation, and other performance indicators requested by funding agencies. Prepare reports to funding agencies and senior leadership as required.
• Program Development and Support — Assist in developing new training, education, consultation, and outreach initiatives that leverage the combined strengths of the OTIEC, Sunshine ERC, and USF SafetyFlorida programs. Work with faculty, advisory groups, community agencies, professional organizations, and other Education and Research Centers to assess occupational health and safety needs and support program design across the SCORE consortium.
• Communication, Marketing, and Resource Development — Support the creation and maintenance of SCORE communication channels, including websites, shared resource libraries, and promotional materials. Coordinate dissemination of SCORE activities and successes across partner programs, stakeholders, and the broader occupational health and safety community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 years of project management or coordination experience; Some positions may require project management certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4 years of project management experience; or a Master's degree in a related field and 2 years of project management experience. Experience should include project coordination, reporting, and working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Master’s degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Public Administration, Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Education, or a related field.
• Experience managing complex projects involving multiple programs, departments, or partner organizations.
• Experience coordinating grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, or federally funded programs, including tracking deliverables and preparing progress reports
• Knowledge of USF internal grant management requirements.
• Experience working with or supporting programs involving OSHA, NIOSH, Education and Research Centers, OSHA Training Institute Education Centers, consultation programs, or similar regulatory, academic, or technical organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with faculty, program directors, staff, employers, community partners, professional organizations, and external stakeholders.
• Experience developing, evaluating, or supporting training, education, consultation, outreach, or professional development programs.
• Proficiency with project management tools, shared workspaces, data tracking systems, spreadsheets, and reporting platforms.
• Strong writing, organization, facilitation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Project management certification, such as PMP, CAPM, or a comparable credential.

Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.

SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements

• Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree

Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.

Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.