Program Manager (Utrgv Employees Only)

To perform advanced program administration, development and coordination for the Office of Curriculum and Institutional Assessment. Responsible for all phases of program development and coordination of program activities.

Description of Duties

• Administers, coordinates and manages activities involved in assigned program or projects.

• Supports the Director for Institutional Assessment and program review by managing, maintaining, and monitoring the university's academic program review activities to ensure compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board policies and other regulatory standards.

• Responsible for administering the day-to-day implementation of the university's academic program review (APR) process for all academic programs that are not accredited (including across all academic colleges, and the school of medicine).

• Works directly with the academic departments and programs undergoing review to assist with preparations for the review process and monitoring of progress throughout the review cycle.

• Monitors the collection of APR data and institutional documents required for supporting evidence of compliance with THECB regulations.

• Manages the dissemination of APR self-studies and supporting documentation to the College Dean, Graduate Dean, and Provost and solicits feedback in a systematic manner.

• Manages procurement activities related to APR including administering compensation for reviewers, administering reimbursements, purchasing lodging, and obtaining supplies and marketing materials.

• Oversees departmental purchasing, verification, and documentation of expenditure, tracking department/project expenditures and future funds, and management of departmental assets.

• Manages department hosted events and departmental leadership scheduling and travel.

• Develops and implements standards for attainment of program goals and objectives.

• Maintains frequent interaction with University departments, special groups and external agencies in administering the program.

• Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of program activities.

• Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.

• Determines work priorities.

• Works on special projects as assigned by the Vice Provost for Curriculum and Institutional Assessment or the Director for Institutional Assessment and Program Review.

• Attends professional development seminars.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General direction from the assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Supervises assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University.

Preferred Education

Master's Degree in a related field from an accredited University.

Licenses/Certifications

None.

Required Experience

• Five (5) years of experience performing closely related duties, including program planning/coordination or related experience in the appropriate field of the program, or

• Three (3) years of the required experience with a Master's degree, or

• Seven (7) years of the required experience with an Associate Degree or 60 hours of College Credit, or

• Nine (9) years of the required experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must be a current UTRGV Employee to be eligible for this position.

Preferred Experience

Experience in technical or other report writing. Experience with tracking. Monitoring, and organizing information using Microsoft Excel or other platforms.

Applicant currently holds a comparable position at UTRGV.

Equipment

Use of personal computer and other standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Independent decision making and problem solving ability.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary commensurate with experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 06/14/2024 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date