Mgr, Academic Opp Programs

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a program administrator to oversee multiple student-based opportunity programs, manage budgets, and lead curriculum development. You will design major program components, support faculty reviews, and provide public relations support, with opportunities to teach seminars and workshops.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience in an academic setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience in an academic setting.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operation of multiple student-based opportunity programs and manages the program budget.
• Supervises advisers and ensures staff training and progress toward goals.
• Advises students, serves on committees, and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree

3 years of relevant experience

Job description

Dewey

Full time

R275843

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

244 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening

Worker Subtype

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

200218 Kearns Center

Work Shift

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URG 112

Compensation Range

$70,600.00 - $105,800.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Oversees operation of multiple student based opportunity programs, targeting underrepresented and/or underprivileged students/others in the community. Designs and develops major program components, develops and maintains curricula, leads professional conferences and provides public relations support. Develops ideas and options for faculty review and decision. Evaluates effectiveness of curriculum and effectiveness of program in meeting goals. May teach seminars and workshops and participate with faculty on research. Plans, directs and controls program budget. Supervises program staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees operation of multiple programs for students. Ensures students receive appropriate and timely college guidance and planning for careers or graduate school. Oversees the management of federally funded grant efforts to ensure objectives are met. Oversees offered classes and assigns staff teaching responsibilities. Advocates for the needs of college students that are low income, underrepresented minorities or first-generation. Stays abreast of issues in higher education that may impact target students.

• Supervises advisers and ensures they are making progress towards individual and group professional goals. Ensures staff have appropriate training opportunities and utilize best practices.

• Advises students, serves on multiple committees, and maintains relationships with internal and external constituencies and stakeholders.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience in an academic setting required

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries - always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.

If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals.

At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better - Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.