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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

Stu04795P

Home Org Name

Auburn Online

Division Name

Provost and VP Academic Affair

Position Title

Project Management Assistant

Working Title (if different from Position Title)

Job Summary

The Student Project Management Assistant assists the Academic Program Administrator in supporting academic and administrative teams in coordinating and executing educational projects. This role involves assisting with project planning, scheduling meetings, tracking tasks, and maintaining course project documentation. The assistant collaborates with the Auburn Online instructional design and creative team members as needed for project tracking.

This position supports a hybrid work model. On-the-job-training will be provided for specific tasks and tools.

Essential Functions

*Attending project meetings, taking detailed notes, and distributing communications.

*Assisting the Project Manager with managing project details and dashboards using platforms like Box, Power BI, and varied project management systems.

*Creating templates and tools to streamline handoffs between internal and external teams.

*Maintaining consistent communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment.

*Supporting instructional design efforts by organizing materials and facilitating course updates.

Why Work at Auburn?

+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

+ **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate:

+ Must be enrolled in Auburn University full time.

+ 20 hours per week is required.

Skills:

+ Effective communication (written and verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

+ Familiarity with Canvas or other learning management system (LMS )

+ Understanding of basicHTML

+ Good knowledge in design and design tools, including but not limited to Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator

+ Minimum commitment of three semesters

+ Personal traits to include self-starter, independent worker, critical thinker, quick learner, adaptable, patient, attention to detail, and accountable

Pay Rate

$12.00/hour - $14.00/hour

Work Hours

20

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

10/15/2025

Closing Date

11/30/2025

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Any specific inquiries or questions should be directed to Dr. Wendy Cooper, Academic Programs Administrator, [email protected].

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56356

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. Transcripts

4. Letter of Recommendation

5. Writing Sample

Optional Documents

1. Portfolio