Program Manager

Lubbock

39967BR

Retention Management and Innovation

Position Description

Designs, implements and manages an assigned program. Typical duties can include but are not limited to: Identify funding opportunities, conduct program assessments, prepare program reports, oversee and manage program marketing and communications, manage program databases, supervise program staff, plan research activities, coordinate program events, participate in strategic planning, manage program files, establish program standards and objectives, direct logistical activities to promote the success of programs, develop and implement project timelines and ensures deadlines are met, oversee program budget, ensure goals and objectives of grants are met, assists in proposal writing, comply and analyze program statistics.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provide administrative support for the Vice Provost, Director, Admin & Finance for AISS, Assistant Vice Provosts, and as needed other areas within AISS on assigned tasks. Including but not limited to: scheduling of appointments, travel arrangements, work order requests, coordinating AISS wide meetings, assist with hiring committees, distribution and development of communication, etc.
• Assisting Vice Provost, Director, Admin & Finance for AISS, Assistant Vice Provosts, and AISS Directors in the collection of data/information from AISS departments and creation of summary reports. Also, assist in supporting the Directors in programs throughout AISS as needed.
• Participate in and facilitate education and outreach efforts of Academic Innovation and Student Success including but not limited to tabling, presentations, programs, events.
• Serve on university committees as a representative for AISS, collect information and share with AISS departments as needed, act on behalf of AISS as appropriate.
• Coordinates and Maintains general front office duties and activities to assist the Vice Provost, Director of Finance & Administration and AVPs for AISS (i.e. correspondence, inventory, responsible for front office management).
• Communicate with all stakeholders to answer questions and disseminate or explain information.
• First point of contact for and work closely with the Director of Finance & Administration for AISS and Vice Provost on initiatives for program management for AISS.
• Assist Vice Provost and Director of Finance & Administration with high priority deadlines and projects (confidential), event planning, assist in managing all financial for AISS. Including, Travel, Purchase Orders, Pcard reconciliation, ePafs, Post positions in Kenexa, etc.
• Read, analyze incoming memos, submissions, reports to determine their significance & plan their distribution. Including documents of confidential nature.
• Prepare/review reports, memos, letters, and other documents. Review reports submitted by divisional leadership to recommend/suggest changes. (i.e. Food Forms, reclassifications, epm updates, etc.) (Program development recommendations within AISS).
• Other duties as assigned as requested by the Vice Provost and Director of Finance & Administration.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience developing or managing programs or projects. Additional job related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

4000

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Business Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.