Director, Professional Master of Science and Technology Program (PRN30422B)

The Graduate School (https://gradschool.utah.edu) is seeking an experienced and talented individual for the role of Program Director for the Professional Master of Science and Technology (PMST) program (https://pmst.utah.edu). The incumbent will interact with the various levels of University leadership and will be positioned to make a strong positive impact on the University of Utah’s strategic trajectory. This full-time position reports to the Dean of the Graduate School.

We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and personable candidate with exceptional organizational and planning skills. The PMST Director’s efforts can be summarized across five focus areas: 1) Recruitment and Marketing; 2) Admissions; 3) Professional Experience Projects; 4) Program Management, and 5) Community and Alumni Engagement. The Director will also direct the development and staffing of the PMST program’s transferable skills courses, mentor students in the PMST degree programs, and facilitate PMST student activities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and professionally with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community are necessary. Applicants must also demonstrate excellent written and spoken communication skills.

The PMST Director has overall responsibility for the administration of the PMST program with the authority to make decisions and commitments for activities to ensure the program’s success.

The PMST Director works in collaboration with faculty Track Directors, the Dean of the Graduate School, and other partners to provide leadership and strategic direction to improve program content, enrollments, and student satisfaction in accordance with national PMST guidelines
and standards. The PMST Director also coordinates all student services, corporate outreach, and marketing to support program goals.

The University of Utah offers exciting, challenging, and rewarding careers to those who seek opportunities to grow and succeed. The University is known as a great place to work (http://www.employment.utah.edu/staff/work.php).

Remote Work Opportunity: The Graduate School is currently piloting a hybrid office mode. For the first 30 days of employment, the candidate must work on campus. Hybrid work schedules may be available after 30 days of employment. Work schedule is subject to situational changes and future institutional limitations/policies.

This candidate must reside in the state of Utah.
Benefits: https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/index.php

In addition to salary, the University of Utah prides itself in our total reward package, including but not limited to the following:

• Health insurance options that are both affordable and allow for access to care through the University of Utah health system
• Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)
• Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution
• Free UTA public transportation pass
• Tuition reduction for employees and family members
• Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available
• In addition, the Graduate School seeks to support opportunities that promote the professional development of our staff

 University of Utah Job ID# PRN30422B  00796 - Master of Science & Tech

COMPENSATION:             $88,000 - $96,000

WORK SCHEDULE:           Full Time. Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required

RESPONSIBILITIES:

In addition to the responsibilities above, the PMST Director is responsible for the following functions within the program:

• Directs the development and implementation of educational objectives that are comprehensive, appropriate, and consistent with the University of Utah’s goals and objectives through enhancement of the Exceptional Student Experience.
• Oversee the program’s affiliation with the Professional Science Masters national organization and ensures all activities and requirements regarding affiliation are met.
• Manages an operational budget and tracks expenses, performs monthly spending reviews, and completes an annual budget and forecast.
• Provides strategic direction by setting short and long-term goals, estimating staff budgetary requirements, planning space and equipment, and implementing special projects and policies.
• Develops strategies consistent with the University of Utah’s continuous quality improvement program.
• Oversees all aspects of human resource management, including recruitment and retention of assigned staff in consultation with the programs Executive Committee and Dean of the Graduate School.
• Ensures competency of supervisory staff through the development and/or presentation of educational programs and ongoing staff performance evaluation.
• Participates in university-wide committees to establish administrative plans and policies.
• Facilitates cooperative and collaborative community and institutional relationships.
• Responsible for community and alumni engagement activities.
• Supervises a full-time associate director, associate instructors and a part-time project coordinator.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or related area, or equivalency (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education). Eight years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communications skills required.
This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

PREFERENCES:

• Master’s degree in Science, Business Administration, or related area, or equivalency.
• An Advanced degree to support students in Biotechnology, Environmental Science, or Computational and Data Science preferred
• Experience working in higher education
• Ability to interact in a professional, resourceful, and courteous manner with high-level administrators
• Project Management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Proficiency with Canvas or similar Learning management system
• Familiarity with the University of Utah processes
• Experience in recruiting and retaining a diverse student population is preferred

TO APPLY, VISIT:               https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/133004

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Cr., Rm 135, (801) 581-8365 (V/TDD), for further information or to request an accommodation. The University of Utah is committed to diversity in its workforce. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.