Job Description

Posting Number:

20254501S

Position Title:

Project Manager - PGDC Platform Development

Position Type:

Staff

Location:

Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type:

Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:

full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week

35 per week

Department:

181-Geography and the Environment

Position Summary:

Project manager to support the design and implementation of the Philadelphia Garden Data Collaborative online platform. The project manager will be responsible for coordinating project meetings, supporting outreach activities and overseeing the development of the PGDC platform. This is position is for one year and is grant funded.


Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate project meetings Manage the selection of the contractor and lead platform design and development process Help PIs in advising and guiding students Manage project documentation Perform other duties and assist with projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Formal Education

Undergraduate degree in related filed (geography, political science, food studies, environmental studies, computer science)

Work Experience

Minimum of three years related work experience required. Experience in online platform development with emphasis on spatial data Experience with collaborative and community-oriented implementation of technical tools

Work Skills

(e.g., written and verbal communication skills)Organized and detail oriented Collaborative Able to guide and mentor students

Specific Job Knowledge

(e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)Knowledge of community oriented online platforms and tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Work Experience

Familiarity with diverse mapping platforms Experience with platform design and development Familiarity with both ESRI GIS products and other GIS software

Work Skills

(e.g., written and verbal communication skills)Proficiency in database and online platform management Proficiency in GIS Basic coding skills

Specific Job Knowledge

(e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)Familiarity with Philadelphia gardening community

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Special Message to Applicants:

Posting Date:

10/14/2025

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

This position falls within salaried grade 14 and the range for this position is $57,200-71,500. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate's qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.

Salary Band:

14

Job Classification:

exempt

References Needed

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References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed

3

Maximum Number of References Needed

3