Program Manager

Texas Tech University•Lubbock, TX

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About The Position

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. Design, implement, and oversee the MVP Peer-to-Peer (C.A.R.E.S.) Program to support the academic, personal, and professional success of military-connected students. Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student peer mentors and ambassadors while fostering leadership development and professional growth. Develop and coordinate monthly student engagement activities, career development workshops, networking opportunities, and community-building events that promote student connectedness and success. Connect military-connected students with appropriate campus and community resources through individualized referrals and proactive outreach. Build collaborative partnerships with university departments, student organizations, and external agencies to enhance support services for military connected students. Participate in the continual development and enhancement of Military & Veteran Programs initiatives and services. Support and promote Green Zone Military Culture Awareness training and other educational initiatives that increase campus understanding of military-connected students. Maintain proficiency in applicable federal, state, university, and veterans' education laws, regulations, policies, and best practices. Develop and implement program assessment strategies using qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate program effectiveness, student engagement, retention, and learning outcomes. Prepare reports, presentations, and annual assessments demonstrating program impact and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Manage the C.A.R.E.S. marketing initiatives, communications, and promotional materials. Represent Military & Veteran Programs at university events, orientations, outreach activities, and community functions. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission of Military & Veteran Programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
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

Responsibilities

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
Assist in proposal writing
Comply and analyze program statistics
Design, implement, and oversee the MVP Peer-to-Peer (C.A.R.E.S.) Program
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student peer mentors and ambassadors
Develop and coordinate monthly student engagement activities, career development workshops, networking opportunities, and community-building events
Connect military-connected students with appropriate campus and community resources
Build collaborative partnerships with university departments, student organizations, and external agencies
Participate in the continual development and enhancement of Military & Veteran Programs initiatives and services
Support and promote Green Zone Military Culture Awareness training and other educational initiatives
Maintain proficiency in applicable federal, state, university, and veterans' education laws, regulations, policies, and best practices
Develop and implement program assessment strategies
Prepare reports, presentations, and annual assessments
Manage the C.A.R.E.S. marketing initiatives, communications, and promotional materials
Represent Military & Veteran Programs at university events, orientations, outreach activities, and community functions
Perform other duties as assigned