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- East Lansing, Michigan, United States
- Psychiatry Osteopathic Medicine 10034696
- Area of Interest: Administrative/Business/Professional
- Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
- Group: Administrative Professionals- AP
- Union/Non-Union: Union
- Support Staff
- Opening on: Nov 11 2026
- Closing at: Nov 17 2026 - 23:55 EST
- 12
- Salary Commensurate with Experience
- College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1179856
Position Summary
The Department of Psychiatry seeks a Project Administrator to provide support for Prevent 2 Protect: The Adolescent Targeted Violence Prevent Program. This program seeks to avert targeted violence perpetrated by adolescents. This position reports directly to and works closely with the P2P Director. In addition to working closely with the Director, this position interacts with the MSU Department of Psychiatry business office, Regional Intensive Support Teams ISTs, the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP). The primary responsibilities for this position include overall project administration including but not limited to:
- Work with project leadership on resource planning, availability, and allocation in support of project objectives
- Monitors project-related budgets and prepare related reports
- Track and analyze compliance with program objectives, expenditures, procurement and report any risks, overflows, and deficits to program leadership
- Develop and implement program assessments for outcome measurements and benchmarks
- Gather information from community partners to assist in the shaping and development of regional partnerships through landscape assessments and reports
- Conduct data gathering, analysis, and prepare annual project reports
- Administer and monitor case management systems
- Work with project leadership to prioritize and respond to informational requests
- Collaborate with various university departments and community entities to facilitate effective outreach and learning opportunities that promote the mission and goals of the project
- Other duties as assigned
Please note that this is an off-cycle position funded through September 30, 2027; continuation contingent upon funding and performance.
This position is a fully on-campus position.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which would normally be acquired in a four year college degree; three to five years of related and progressively more expansive work experience in a field related to the position including planning and managing projects; communications content management (written, verbal, digital) experience with word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation, calendaring software, desktop publishing and/or project management software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of grant acquisitions, budgets, scope of work, and maintenance
- Experience with data management and reporting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with diverse groups and community departments
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references, with at least one from a current/former employer.
Special Instructions
Please note that this is a fully on-campus position; remote schedules will not be considered.
To apply, applicants must provide requested information at the MSU Human Resources site at http://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/listing/ and upload requested documentation. Documentation should be in .PDF format and include:
1) a letter of application,
2) a resume,
3) the names and contact information for three professional references with at least one from a current/ former supervisor
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Description of End Date
This is a limited term position funded until 09/30/2027 with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.
Website
https://prevent2protect.msu.edu
Bidding eligibility ends November 17, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote project administrator jobs.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira
- Experience maintaining project documentation, schedules, and status reports
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, or a related field
- Familiarity with budget tracking, purchase orders, and invoice processing
- PMI CAPM or PMP certification preferred for mid-level and senior positions
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Remote employers expect project administrators to keep distributed teams aligned without real-time meetings. Highlight experience writing clear status updates, documenting decisions, and managing shared project trackers in tools like Asana, Jira, or Notion.
Prove self-direction in your resume
Remote project administrator hiring managers screen for candidates who manage their own workload without supervision. Lead resume bullets with outcomes you owned end to end, naming the project scope, the tools you used, and what you delivered.
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Many remote employers use video interviews, written assessments, or take-home coordination exercises to evaluate project administrators. Practice articulating how you prioritize competing deadlines and how you handle ambiguity when a manager is in a different time zone.
Remote Project Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote project administrator job?
Target companies built around distributed teams, such as remote-first software firms and consulting organizations, where project administrators coordinate across time zones by default. Remote employers screen heavily for written communication, self-directed work habits, and fluency with async tools like project management platforms and shared documentation systems. Demonstrating those skills concretely in your application materials gives you a real edge over candidates with equivalent experience but no remote background.
Which companies hire remote project administrators?
Companies hiring remote project administrators right now include Bureau Veritas, DLB Associates, and Fibertel, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed professional services companies, and healthcare organizations with multi-site operations are among the most consistent sources of remote project administrator openings.
Can you get a remote project administrator job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage your own workflow and communicate proactively without in-person oversight from day one. Smaller remote-first companies and nonprofits are more open to entry-level candidates. Showing a portfolio of organized, self-directed work, volunteer coordination, or completed project management coursework can substitute for formal experience and open the door to a first role.
Do you need a degree for remote project administrator jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated organizational skills, experience coordinating deliverables, and proficiency with project management tools at least as heavily as a degree. Candidates who can show clear results from past projects, whether professional or self-directed, often compete well. A recognized certification in project management can also strengthen an application when a formal degree is absent.
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