Collaborative Initiatives Program Manager - Burke Library

Job Description: · Position Summary · The Collaborative Initiatives Program Manager plays a key role in advancing innovative, cross-disciplinary projects—from digital initiatives to emerging technology prototypes that support teaching, learning, and creative scholarly work. The i ...

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Job Description:

Position Summary

The Collaborative Initiatives Program Manager plays a key role in advancing innovative, cross-disciplinary projects—from digital initiatives to emerging technology prototypes that support teaching, learning, and creative scholarly work. The ideal candidate brings experience in higher education, a deep interest in transformational learning and research, and a demonstrated ability to move complex projects from concept to implementation.
This role is part of Hamilton College's Digital Initiatives, Scholarship, and Collaboration (DISC) team within LITS, a collaborative hub that supports digital projects and the exploration of emerging technologies with a focus on human-centered design. The Program Manager partners closely with colleagues across LITS to accelerate ideas, support faculty and student research, and contribute to institution-wide initiatives that strengthen Hamilton's commitment to a future-focused liberal arts education.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and execute cross-disciplinary projects that support digital endeavors, innovative teaching, emerging technologies, and creative campus initiatives
• Collaborate closely with faculty, students, and staff to design, prototype, and implement academic and research-focused projects
• Support rapid prototyping and iterative development of new ideas, tools, and workflows that enhance scholarly and creative work
• Partner with colleagues in LITS to advance cross-team projects
• Provide guidance, training, and consultations for faculty, students, and staff using digital tools, platforms, and methods
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation to ensure successful delivery of initiatives
• Facilitate workshops, events, and learning experiences that foster experimentation, creativity, and digital fluency across campus
• Evaluate emerging tools and technologies and recommend strategic opportunities for academic application
• Build strong relationships with campus stakeholders to identify needs, co-design solutions, and advance shared goals aligned with Hamilton's liberal arts mission
• Contribute to the culture of innovation, inclusivity, and collaborative problem-solving across LITS and the broader campus
• Support student workers and project teams by fostering a creative, hands-on learning environment and mentorship culture
• Communicate project progress and outcomes to internal and external audiences through presentations, reports, and digital platforms

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in a related field (e.g., digital humanities, information science, library science, education, media studies, arts, computer science, or related liberal arts discipline) preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing projects in an academic, research, library, or creative technology environment
• Experience supporting digital projects, emerging technologies, academic innovation, or hands-on creative work with students and faculty

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to translate creative ideas into actionable project plans, prototypes, and collaborative initiatives
• Familiarity with emerging learning and innovation practices, including design thinking, human-centered design, and iterative prototyping
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams and build productive campus partnerships
• Ability to explore new technologies, experimenting, and learning alongside faculty, staff, and students
• Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to support diverse audiences and translate technical concepts for non-technical users
• Ability to support and mentor student employees and student-led creative inquiry
• Ability to be a self-starter mindset with strong problem-solving skills and a bias toward action, creativity, and continuous improvement

Compensation Range:

$75,000 - $85,000

EEO Policy:

Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.

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