Project Manager ; temporary

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

• Position Title
• Requisition Number S02418P
• Position Category Staff
• Campus Location Center for Continuing Education - Layton, UT
• Hours per week 40
• Months per year 12
• Pay Grade E31
• FLSA Exempt

The Project Manager I is responsible for the management of grant‑funded projects. This grant‑funded role requires you to assist the principal investigator, the special projects team, and internal and external stakeholders to meet federal grant requirements and timelines. This is a 24‑month temporary position funded by a grant program.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or other related field (or equivalent experience) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of proven experience in project management, business operations, or program administration
• CAPM or PMP certification
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience managing federal funding or strict grant compliance
• Experience working in Higher Education
• Ability to interact with and interpret data

The annual salary for this temporary grant‑funded position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications.

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long‑term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Background check required as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements of this position:
Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.