Project Manager - Limited Appointment - University of California, Irvine

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

UCI's Department of Emergency Medicine is committed to advancing clinical care, education and research to help patients with diverse emergency conditions. The affiliated Center for Trauma & Injury Prevention Research (CTIPR) is committed to risk mitigation and the reduction of traumatic injury and addiction through multidisciplinary research; the translation of research into policy and practice and by working in close partnership with communities and serving as a regional and national resource.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to lead a community-driven traffic safety initiative designed to harness local insights in identifying and mitigating emerging traffic hazards. The Project Manager will lead efforts to develop and implement a platform that enables local road users to report traffic hazards, focusing on proactive community engagement. The role will involve reaching out to community centers, colleges, high schools, libraries and other pertinent centers to invite people to submit their concerns and identify hazard points for pedestrians through our website. The Project Manager will monitor submissions and collaborate with a traffic safety expert or consultant to obtain technical reports on the identified hazard points. Additionally, they will work with Street Stories to ensure that reported points are accurately reflected. The Project Manager will also establish relationships with traffic safety authorities, scheduling and leading meetings to discuss the submitted reports and following up on any agreements made during these meetings. They will ensure ongoing communication with the community by providing updates and progress reports through the website. To expand the program's reach, the Project Manager will revisit key community locations and leverage social media to increase participation. They will track project progress, organize meetings, and prepare quarterly progress reports (QPR) and any other required documentation.

Required:

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Requires basic knowledge of project management principles, theories, and concepts.
• Proven experience in project management, ideally with a focus on community engagement, public safety, or urban planning.
• Demonstrated capacity to anticipate obstacles and plan for contingencies.
• Demonstrated attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to determine relevance and prioritize tasks.
• Experience in managing digital platforms, community-driven reporting systems, or similar initiatives.
• Demonstrated effective writing skills. Knowledge of all aspects of communications.
• Demonstrated competency in selecting and implementing project management methods and techniques.
• Proven leadership ability. Effective problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to put forth persuasive arguments.
• Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Project management certification from a reputable organization such as PMP, CSM or ACP to include a qualifying exam and / or quality assurance processes like Six Sigma or Lean or equivalent project management experience required.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.