Manager of Academic Programs (HR Title: Program Manager)

Southern Methodist University; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A large university in Texas is looking for a Manager of Academic Programs. The role involves assessing new educational programs, managing their implementation, and coordinating between departments. A bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience are required. Preferred candidates will possess a master's degree and have knowledge of the academic structure in higher education. Strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a relevant role.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of academic processes in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Assess new educational programs and their calendars.
• Manage implementation of new academic programs.
• Act as a liaison between departments regarding academic structure.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Knowledge of academic structure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description - Manager of Academic Programs (HR Title: Program Manager)

Manager of Academic Programs - Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

About SMU

SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.

SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities.

About the Position:

This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

The Manager of Academic Programs is responsible for assessing new educational programs and their calendars; determining the impact on Admissions, Student Records, and Student Financial Services; and defining the setups necessary to implement the new programs.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for gathering all data necessary for academic structure set-up; assess new educational programs and their calendars; determine the impact on Admissions, Student Records, Academic Advisement, and Student Financial Services; define the steps necessary for implementation.

Manage implementation of new academic programs across the Division of Enrollment Services (DES); build the academic structure in my.SMU; coordinate with all modules in setting up and testing new academic structure.

Responsible for clarifying questions about academic structure, organization, and fees. Coordinate and act as a liaison between departments.

Stays current on all Education Program Committee (EPC) proposals and Board of Trustees (BOT) approvals as it relates to academic programs.

Develop processes, practices, and relationships that support SMU's priorities for student success (retention and graduation) as well as equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree is required. Candidate with master's degree is preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate with knowledge of academic structure in higher education is preferred. Candidate with knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint is required.

Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies.

EEO Statement:

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.