Program Manager 1 - (493320 )

Department: Dean, Natural Sciences & Math

Salary: $43,000 - $48,900

Description:

Manages the day-to-day operations of a small or medium-sized university program or department. May supervise staff employees, student workers, programs or processes.

1. Plans and develops procedures for administering a small or medium-sized department or program.
2. Oversees program expenditures and ensures adherence to budget.
3. Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
4. May prepare or participate in the creation of abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
5. Reviews reports of budgets and activities.
6. Prepares ad hoc reports as needed.
7. May administer grants and grant-related related communications, scholarships and other operations.
8. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
9. May serve as property custodian for the department.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: No experience required.

The Program Manager 1 will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Scholar Enrichment Program (SEP). SEP enhances the academic success, retention, and graduation of undergraduate students through workshops, tutoring, and fostering a strong learning community of support. SEP provides students with financial support, academic support, professional development, and community building. The Program Manager 1 will work with undergraduate STEM students in close proximity to enrich their academic, professional, and social growth.
The Position will include but is not limited to:

• Oversee a Tutoring Center
  • Managing the daily operations of a tutoring center, which includes supervising tutors, coordinating schedules, ensuring adequate resources are available for students, and maintaining a supportive learning environment
  • Setting policies for tutoring services, addressing student needs, and monitoring the quality of tutoring sessions to ensure academic success
• Mentor Undergraduate STEM students
  • Helping students navigate academic challenges, providing career advice, discussing research opportunities, and offering support for personal development
  • Offer insights into professional pathways and help students develop skills such as time management, networking, and communication
• Coordinate Professional Development Events
  • Organizing, planning, and executing activities such as networking events that support student success, academic enrichment, and community engagement.
  • Promoting the event, managing budgets, securing speakers, and ensuring that all attendees have a positive experience
• Provide Administrative Support to SEP Director
  • Managing schedules, organizing meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining documentation
  • Coordinating communication between departments, assisting with budget tracking, helping with project management, and overseeing the execution of strategic initiatives

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.