Project Coordinator

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Through expertise in information services, the University Libraries foster the success and impact of the UNC Greensboro community by promoting learning, inspiring creativity, and enhancing research and collaboration in a diverse and innovative environment.

Goals: Serve as the information and learning hub for the campus by providing quality information services, technology, resources, and learning environments; Build, organize, preserve and make accessible print, electronic and unique collections that support the University's mission and programs; Partner with faculty to develop learning tools and instructional technologies so that information literacy and research skills are integrated into the curriculum.

Enhance the research mission of the University by collaborating with faculty to develop resources and create content; Create a safe and inclusive environment by strategically embracing and enhancing diversity throughout the University's constituencies, culture, curriculum, and outreach activities; Provide leadership on campus and beyond on scholarly communication issues by promoting open access and other new publishing models through programming and resource development; Engage with community partners to provide programs and resources that enhance the life of the University and community and build long-term support for the Libraries.

The Project Coordinator's responsibilities include acquisition, assignment, training, and supervision of volunteers across the state. In coordination with Digital Projects Manager, assess technical needs to complete grant-related work. Report to and work closely with Digital Technology Consultant to make sure that the scope and direction of each aspect of the project is on schedule, as well as other involved parties for support. Understanding of technology requirements for successful completion of grant requirements.

Understanding of archival standards for successful completion of grant requirements, including digital imaging and photography mechanics and best practices. Collection of and ability to understand and use data and resource availability in order to best approach meeting grant requirements (surveys and data collection, coordination and discussions with county representatives, etc.). Overnight travel across the state for on-site visits/work as needed.

Ability to manage and assign/reassign resources on a county-by-county basis, based upon the unique needs of the location. In coordination with Digital Technology Consultant, Liaison to county officials and negotiate access to site locations. Responsibility for day-to-day work, reporting, documenting, budget, and deadlines in implementing grant requirements.

Grant was awarded effective 7/1/2026 through 6/30/2027. This position has potential of being renewed.