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Work type: Administrative (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Admissions/Recruiting/Enrollment
Job Title: Director of Marketing Operations and Project Management
Reporting Relationship: Executive Director of Digital and Performance Marketing
Unit: Central Administration
Department: Marketing-IWU Marketing
Campus Location: Maxwell Center, Marion, IN
Summary of Position: The Director of Marketing Operations and Project Management is responsible for the successful execution of all marketing projects across Indiana Wesleyan University's Marketing team. This individual leads the department's project management function, ensuring every marketing request is properly scoped, entered into the project management system, prioritized, assigned, tracked, communicated, and delivered on time and with high-quality.
This role oversees the Marketing brand manager team and establishes project management standards, monitors department workload and capacity, removes obstacles to execution, and ensures marketing projects move efficiently from intake through completion.
This position also helps maintain university brand standards and provides guidance to internal clients.
Duties and Responsibilities
Marketing Operations & Project Management:
- Serve as the operational owner of the marketing department's project portfolio, ensuring every marketing project has a clearly defined scope, complete project information, appropriate prioritization, assigned resources, documented timelines, and proactive follow-up through completion. Hold project owners accountable for meeting deadlines, identify risks early, and ensure 100% of marketing projects are entered, managed, and delivered through the university's project management system
- Lead the university's marketing project management function, ensuring consistent execution of all marketing initiatives
- Oversee the intake, scoping, prioritization, scheduling, trafficking, and completion of every marketing project
- Ensure all projects are entered into the project management system with complete, accurate, and actionable information before work begins
- Establish project timelines, milestones, dependencies, and resource assignments
- Monitor department workload and capacity to balance priorities across creative, communications, web, digital marketing, and video teams
- Identify risks to deadlines early and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts
- Develop operational processes that improve efficiency, accountability, transparency, and project throughput
- Produce regular reports on project status, workload, turnaround times, bottlenecks, and team performance
Team Leadership:
- Directly supervise two Marketing brand managers
- Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development
- Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, customer service, and continuous improvement
Client Relationship Management:
- Serve as the primary operational liaison between university clients and the marketing department
- Meet with clients to define objectives, gather complete project requirements, establish realistic timelines, and manage expectations
- Communicate project status proactively throughout each engagement
- Ensure clients receive exceptional service while balancing institutional priorities and available resources
Brand Stewardship:
- Ensure projects align with university brand standards, messaging, and visual identity
- Provide guidance to clients regarding appropriate marketing strategies and brand implementation
- Coordinate with creative leadership to maintain consistency across marketing materials
Vendor Coordination:
- Coordinate work with outside agencies, freelancers, printers, photographers, and other marketing vendors as assigned
- Monitor vendor timelines and deliverables to ensure projects remain on schedule
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, or related field
- Bachelor's degree with project management certificate
Experience
- Seven or more (7+) years of progressively responsible experience leading marketing operations, project management, or agency account management
- Three or more (3+) years supervising employees
- Demonstrated success managing a high-volume marketing project portfolio
- Experience implementing or administering project management platforms such as Wrike, Asana, Monday.com, Jira, Workfront, or similar
Required Skills
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills
- Proven ability to manage dozens of concurrent projects with competing deadlines
- Strong leadership and people management abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to influence without direct authority across multiple teams
- Skilled at identifying process improvements and implementing operational efficiencies
- Strong analytical and reporting abilities
- Experience developing workflows, SOPs, and project management standards
- Ability to remain calm and decisive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 24 Jul 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Job no: 495158
Work type: Administrative (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Admissions/Recruiting/Enrollment
Job Title: Director of Marketing Operations and Project Management
Reporting Relationship: Executive Director of Digital and Performance Marketing
Unit: Central Administration
Department: Marketing-IWU Marketing
Campus Location: Maxwell Center, Marion, IN
Summary of Position: The Director of Marketing Operations and Project Management is responsible for the successful execution of all marketing projects across Indiana Wesleyan University's Marketing team. This individual leads the department's project management function, ensuring every marketing request is properly scoped, entered into the project management system, prioritized, assigned, tracked, communicated, and delivered on time and with high-quality.
This role oversees the Marketing brand manager team and establishes project management standards, monitors department workload and capacity, removes obstacles to execution, and ensures marketing projects move efficiently from intake through completion.
This position also helps maintain university brand standards and provides guidance to internal clients.
Duties and Responsibilities
Marketing Operations & Project Management:
- Serve as the operational owner of the marketing department's project portfolio, ensuring every marketing project has a clearly defined scope, complete project information, appropriate prioritization, assigned resources, documented timelines, and proactive follow-up through completion. Hold project owners accountable for meeting deadlines, identify risks early, and ensure 100% of marketing projects are entered, managed, and delivered through the university's project management system
- Lead the university's marketing project management function, ensuring consistent execution of all marketing initiatives
- Oversee the intake, scoping, prioritization, scheduling, trafficking, and completion of every marketing project
- Ensure all projects are entered into the project management system with complete, accurate, and actionable information before work begins
- Establish project timelines, milestones, dependencies, and resource assignments
- Monitor department workload and capacity to balance priorities across creative, communications, web, digital marketing, and video teams
- Identify risks to deadlines early and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts
- Develop operational processes that improve efficiency, accountability, transparency, and project throughput
- Produce regular reports on project status, workload, turnaround times, bottlenecks, and team performance
Team Leadership:
- Directly supervise two Marketing brand managers
- Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development
- Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, customer service, and continuous improvement
Client Relationship Management:
- Serve as the primary operational liaison between university clients and the marketing department
- Meet with clients to define objectives, gather complete project requirements, establish realistic timelines, and manage expectations
- Communicate project status proactively throughout each engagement
- Ensure clients receive exceptional service while balancing institutional priorities and available resources
Brand Stewardship:
- Ensure projects align with university brand standards, messaging, and visual identity
- Provide guidance to clients regarding appropriate marketing strategies and brand implementation
- Coordinate with creative leadership to maintain consistency across marketing materials
Vendor Coordination:
- Coordinate work with outside agencies, freelancers, printers, photographers, and other marketing vendors as assigned
- Monitor vendor timelines and deliverables to ensure projects remain on schedule
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, or related field
- Bachelor's degree with project management certificate
Experience
- Seven or more (7+) years of progressively responsible experience leading marketing operations, project management, or agency account management
- Three or more (3+) years supervising employees
- Demonstrated success managing a high-volume marketing project portfolio
- Experience implementing or administering project management platforms such as Wrike, Asana, Monday.com, Jira, Workfront, or similar
Required Skills
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills
- Proven ability to manage dozens of concurrent projects with competing deadlines
- Strong leadership and people management abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to influence without direct authority across multiple teams
- Skilled at identifying process improvements and implementing operational efficiencies
- Strong analytical and reporting abilities
- Experience developing workflows, SOPs, and project management standards
- Ability to remain calm and decisive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 24 Jul 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director Of Project Management
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS scrutinizes Director of Project Management petitions when the applicant's degree is in a broad field like general business. A degree in engineering, information systems, or operations management strengthens the specialty occupation argument significantly.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations are cap-exempt. For a senior role like this, those employers can file year-round without lottery risk, which shortens your path to an approved petition.
Search LCA filings on Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which companies have filed for project management director roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter by occupation code and location so you're applying to employers with a documented H-1B sponsorship track record.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the Level III or IV wage floor that applies to a director-level position in your metro area.
Clarify H-1B transfer terms before resigning your current job
If you're already on H-1B, portability under AC21 lets you start a new director role once the new employer files, without waiting for approval. Confirm the new employer will file before you give notice to avoid any gap in authorized status.
Document your management scope for the I-129 petition
USCIS expects detailed evidence that a Director of Project Management role requires a specific bachelor's degree. Your offer letter and the employer's support letter should quantify the number of direct reports, budget authority, and cross-functional scope of the position.
H-1B Visa Director Of Project Management: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Project Management role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as engineering, business administration, or information systems. Broad job descriptions that accept any degree weaken the specialty occupation argument. The stronger the connection between your degree field and the position's core duties, the more defensible the petition is.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for project management director roles?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings, so you can see which companies have sponsored H-1B workers in project management occupations. This is more reliable than asking recruiters, since LCA data is publicly disclosed and reflects actual filing behavior rather than stated intentions.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer eliminates the Director of Project Management role?
Your employer is responsible for withdrawing the H-1B and covering your return transportation costs if they terminate employment. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new employer, change status, or depart. If you secure a new offer quickly, portability under AC21 lets you start work once the new petition is filed, even before it's approved.
Can I be promoted from a project manager to a Director of Project Management while on H-1B without filing a new petition?
A promotion to director typically requires an amended H-1B petition because the job duties, salary, and SOC occupation code often change materially. USCIS requires employers to file an amended I-129 whenever there is a material change in the terms of employment. Starting the new role before the amended petition is filed creates compliance risk for both you and your employer.
Does PMP certification affect my H-1B petition for a Director of Project Management role?
PMP certification strengthens your credentials but does not substitute for the degree requirement. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on academic preparation, not professional certifications. Your degree field must align with the position's specialized duties. That said, employers and immigration attorneys often cite PMP as supporting evidence that the role demands a theoretical and practical body of knowledge consistent with a specialty occupation.