Item 8.B-November 8, 2013
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable):
Position #(s):
Current Title:
Current Range:
(JCC: )
Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering /
College/Division: College of Engineering
Center for Advanced Transportation and Research
(CATER)
Account #(s): 0000-000-0000 (New Grant Account)
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
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(X) New position: Proposed Range:
Proposed Title: Project Manager, Engineering Transportation Center
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
JCC (Current
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
or new HR
Range:
assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature Zong Tian, Assoc Prof / Director, CATER
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Date
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Ahmad Itani, Chair, Civil and Env Engrng / Manos Maragakis, Dean, Engineering
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Director/Chair/Dean
Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Stacy Burton, Vice Provost, Faculty Affairs
Date
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
67472 Range:
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Pos #(s):
JCC:
EEO: 3D
Eff: 11/1/2013
Approved Title: Project Manager, Engineering Transportation Center
Employee signs on “final” stamped approved PDQ and sends to HR for personnel file.
Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Date
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Rev: 10/1/2012
Position Description – Project Manager, Engineering Transportation Center
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Project Manager, Engineering Transportation Center, coordinates Transportation Center research
activities, collects and maintains project data for dissemination to consortium participants and funding
agencies, and provides technical assistance and data analysis support to the Principal Investigators
(PI) on multiple projects. The position reports to the Director, Center for Advanced Transportation and
Research (CATER) within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Performance
evaluation will be done by the Chair of the department with input from the Director.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
35% - Transportation Center Operations
 Coordinate and manage multiple project activities with project Principal Investigators (PI)
 Maintain and update Transportation Center website with project progress aimed at consortium
participants and other engineering faculty and researchers at multiple higher education
institutions in various western states
 Coordinate with the department staff to hire temporary staff for the engineering summer camps
and to coordinate all purchases and financial needs in a proactive and planned manner; carry
out plan while complying with department and University rules and regulations and timelines
 Prepare newsletters to disseminate Transportation Center news and information to internal
and external sources
 Assist in the preparation of new protocol applications
 Oversee and monitor work of graduate assistants and/or student workers
35% - Budget Management and Reporting
 Interact and work with department staff to obtain data for budget preparation, compliance
issues, audits, revisions and closeouts
 Assist in preparation and calculation of budget for grant applications; both new and continuing
funding with PI(s)
 Collect project performance data and budget information using specialized engineering
software from consortium subcontractors at various universities, i.e., Arizona State University,
University of New Mexico, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Desert Research Institute, etc.,
 Monitor protocol budgets for each project and ensure compliance with funding requirements
and within budget
 Participate in project document collection and submission in the event of an audit
 Coordinate all activities for individual study close outs
 Follow departmental and Center office procedures and requirements and work closely with
department staff to coordinate center financial and HR document needs to e prepared by
department staff
30% - Narrative and Statistical Analysis and Reporting
 Perform data analysis (collect, organize, evaluate) under direction of PI or supervisor using
specialized engineering software.
 Prepare data reports, charts, tables, etc.
 Write and disseminate project reports, updates, news items, etc. for consortium members and
others
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Review and edit final technical project reports from consortium members
Manage data collections on transportation research projects (e.g. traffic flow, signal patterns,
etc.)
Implement all research activities within an ethically-based framework and in accordance with
good research practices, i.e., Federal, State, and Institutional regulatory requirements
3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The Project Manager works closely with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the
PIs, and Transportation Center staff and other consortium institutions to ensure budgets are followed
and technical progress reports are submitted in a timely manner. The position ensures study budgets
and accurate and up-to-date records are maintained for the projects. The review and editing of
technical reports and their dissemination to participants and other engineering staff requires
independent judgment and decision-making on content preparation of the newsletters and reports to
be uploaded to the Center website. The position receives budget requests from consortium member
and ensures that requests meet funding agency and University budget and financial policies and
guidelines before giving to the Director of CATER for review and approval. The incumbent coordinates
with the Department staff to obtain requests and documents prepared by the staff in accordance with
budget and financial policies and procedures. The incumbent works with the Department staff to
obtain final approval and action. The Department makes all budget revisions.
Impact:
Failure to perform responsibilities of the position may jeopardize future funding of projects and would
cause a negative impact on the reputation of the Center, Department, College, and University.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Budget management
 Institutional Review Board (IRB) methodology and protocols
 Field of transportation services, technology, etc.
 Civil engineering and transportation issues
 Federal, state, and local transportation agencies
 Proposal and budget development and grant writing to procure grants and contracts from
local, state, federal, and other resources for funding programs and projects
Skills:
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Database management
Problem-solving skills and decision-making skills
Technical communications
Technical writing
Research methodologies, database design (database programs as well as online web based
research applications) and implementation – design, data collection, analysis, and
interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative data
Program/project/event planning, development, coordination, and management
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Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and email)
Supervisory skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to:
 Manage multiple complex studies according to protocol and in compliance with all relevant
regulations
 Prepare reports for oversight groups
 Maintain study budgets
 Maintain accurate up-to-date records following university and department guidelines and
policies
 Interact positively with Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering office and other
offices and departments to ensure a positive workflow between offices
 Work with diverse populations and be sensitive to gender, disabilities, and cultural and ethnic
diversity issues
 Apply established rules and procedures and make decisions that affect quality, accuracy, or
effectiveness of results
 Facilitate exchange, coordination, and collaboration of information, work, and projects/events
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
Center staff
Office of Sponsored Projects
Institutional Review Board
Department chair and staff
Integrated Marketing
External
Granting agencies – U.S.
Department of Transportation
and Nevada Department of
Transportation
Consortium university members
Reason for Contact
To discuss projects and progress reports
To coordinate progress report submissions and ensure
compliance with funding agency guidelines of grant/contract
To prepare applications, comply with regulations, and submit
reports
To interact with and communicate Center needs and requirements
involving the University financial system and HR system for action
by department staff
To discuss the University requirements for web site preparation
and maintenance for upload of progress reports from consortium
member universities
Reason for Contact
To discuss projects and submit appropriate reports
To coordinate project progress reports and budget monitoring
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
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Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
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b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelor’s Degree and two years, or a Master’s Degree and one year, of experience in
a research field and technical editing
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: None
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None