Strategic Initiatives Manager

Overview

The Manager, Strategic Initiatives is a highly visible and collaborative role that leads and supports major projects in the Office of the Vice President for Finance and Treasurer at Princeton University. Reporting to the Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives, the Manager develops and maintains detailed project plans, monitors progress, and proactively manages changes to scope, schedule, and costs. The Manager also ensures that project performance is regularly evaluated against established goals and maintains comprehensive documentation to support project assessment and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Project Management and Strategic Support
• Lead and support a portfolio of strategic and cross-departmental organizational excellence projects from initiation through implementation.
• Coordinate resources, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with internal colleagues and external partners.
• Develop and maintain project plans and progress reports for senior leadership.

Data Analysis and Decision Support

Change Management and Communication

Administration

Provides administrative support to the Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives

Qualifications

Required :

Preferred :

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education / training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

36.25

Eligible for Overtime

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Probationary Period

180 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver’s License Required

No

Experience Level

Mid-Senior Level

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Salary Range

$117,000 to $130,000