Program Director II - (496464 )

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an experienced professional to oversee the operations of a large program at the University of Houston. Responsibilities include managing staff, budgets, and implementing strategic plans to achieve departmental goals.

A thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects in operations management is required, along with a minimum of five years of related experience. The position promotes equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of the discipline.
• At least 5 years of directly job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a large department or program.
• Manages budget and strategic planning.
• Hires and directs staff activities.
• Implements and monitors new programs.
• Represents the department or center.

Skills

Budget management

Strategic planning

Staff supervision

Policy development

Education

4 year degree or equivalent specialized training

Job description

Department: FacilitiesManagement Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description:

Responsible for the operations of a large program or center at the university. Oversees staff, budgets, and projects.

1. Oversees a large department, program or center.
2. Manages budget and engages in strategic planning to ensure all goals are met.
3. Hires and directs the activities of staff.
4. Resolves personnel issues as they arise.
5. Engages in budget-planning, grant oversight, and policy development.
6. Implements new programs and projects and monitors ongoing activities of department or center.
7. Reviews department policies and processes and implements improvements as needed.
8. Represents department or center to internal and external constituents.
9. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience: Requires a minimum of five (5) years of directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: None.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security-sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.