Program Manager, College of Arts and Sciences
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Job Overview
The following departments in the College of Arts & Sciences, Biology, Chemistry and Physics (Natural Science Hub 1) are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join the team in a Program Manager role to aid with management of graduate students, admissions, orientation, scheduling and administration of exams, record keeping, and trouble-shooting. The Program Manager will be responsible for the Academic execution of the Departments. This position reports to the Program Director of the Division and partners closely with the assigned Department Heads. This leadership position will mentor and partner with a Program Coordinator to execute the academic initiatives for assigned Departments.
Essential Functions
• Partner closely with assigned department heads to execute the academic agenda.
• Partner with Business Manager of assigned departments on all related budgets to ensure budgets are adhered to and variances to budget can be explained.
• Design, develop, and modify programs to meet the needs of the assigned departments.
• Analyze current programs and make any necessary recommendations for improvement.
• Mentor program coordinator(s) and provide feedback as necessary to ensure program initiatives are met in a timely manner.
• Manage Graduate program application process from inquiries, application review, through to acceptance/denial. Add official decisions in Slate system.
• Serve as primary point of contact for graduate students regarding issues including but not limited to graduation, registration/enrollment, student health insurance, stipends/assistantships, and academic awards and tuition.
• Assist Graduate Directors in preparing grant and program applications and reports.
• Prepare Grad Tracker & Graduation Audits.
• Maintain University records in Gradtracker and Catalyst.
• Complete course orders with the assistance of the PC.
• Create and update degree major maps for graduate program tracks in e-Curriculum.
• Order graduate courses and process schedule exemptions.
• Orientation preparation for incoming MAP and PhD students.
• Clinical placement evaluations.
• Education/credential verifications.
Required Education
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
- Three (3) years of relevant experience
Additional Qualifications Considered
• Previous work experience in college/university environment
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work within a collaborative diverse community
• Team mentality and willingness to collaborate with staff across the unit, college, and university
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel
• Time management and organizational skills
Application Process
Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include:
• Cover letter of interest (not to exceed one page)
• Current CV/Resume
(Please use additional documents feature as needed for any attachments)
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Program Manager, College of Arts and Sciences
Cincinnati, OH, US
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