Program Manager

Salve Regina University; Newport (RI); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, dental and vision

403(b) plan

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Fitness center access

Zusammenfassung

Salve Regina University is seeking a Program Manager for the Circle of Scholars, a membership-based lifelong learning program for adults 50+. You will lead curriculum development, instructor engagement, budgeting, and strategic direction to strengthen revenue and university relationships.

The role involves coordinating seminars across fall and spring terms, managing registrations and communications, and collaborating with university departments and the Salve Institute to ensure best practices

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2-3+ years of experience in program coordination, teaching, or administrative support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High energy with strong interpersonal skills; able to motivate others.

Aufgaben

• Recruit and select instructors; shape seminar topics.
• Develop curricula and schedules for fall and spring seminars.
• Collaborate with marketing, business office, facilities and Salve Institute.
• Manage registrations, scheduling and program communications.
• Oversee budget, stipends, payments and refunds; assist fundraising.

Kenntnisse

Program coordination

Teaching

Administrative support

Excellent communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning Management Systems

Scheduling/database tools

Jobbeschreibung

About Salve Regina University:

Salve Regina University, ranked as one of the most transformativecolleges in the United States by Money Magazine, is a comprehensiveCatholic University located in the scenic coastal community ofNewport, Rhode Island. The University's commitment to academicsuccess and personal discovery extends beyond its historic campusinto a dynamic world where the application of higher thinking andskill are most valued. Salve Regina offers bachelor's and master'sdegree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs inhumanities, international relations and nursing. Enrollmentincludes more than 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students fromacross the U.S. and around the world.

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION:

Lead the operation of Salve Regina's Circle of Scholars program - amembership-based lifelong learning program for adults aged 50 andabove that is part of the University's Salve Institute. The programcurrently operates more than 150 seminars per year, with 700members, specialized events, regional day trips, and internationaltours. The program manager works with University leadership to establishthe strategic direction and manage the business model of thiscommunity outreach program designed to generate revenue andpositive University relationships while providing an array oflearning opportunities. Each year, the program manager completesprogram analysis and assessment to monitor progress, manage revenuegeneration and identify potential sponsorship opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit, interview and select potential instructors. Recommendseminar topics to instructors and assist with shaping seminardescriptions on topics such as history, international affairs,economics, business, current events and the arts. Evaluateinstructor performance, offer constructive feedback generated fromevaluation forms and determine future eligibility and potential.Maintain relationships with instructors through regularcommunications and support.
• Develop a balanced curriculum and course schedule for seminarsacross the fall and spring terms. Edit course descriptions andproduce comprehensive seminar schedules and catalogs in print anddigital formats for distribution to members.
• Work with administration departments such as the marketingdepartment, business office, facilities, events, and the SalveInstitute to ensure that CoS activities are managed within thestandard practices of the university.
• Manage processes to support the program including registration,scheduling, and communications.
• Manage the program budget, instructor stipends, membership andclass fee payments and administer any refunds.
• Conduct fundraising campaigns in collaboration with the Officeof Advancement as needed.
• Serve as liaison with the Circle of Scholars Leadership Councilwhich is comprised of nine Circle members who assist withcurriculum development and seminar/program reviews while alsoserving as a bridge between Circle members and the university.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President forStrategic Initiatives.

LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

Valid driver's license required.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmentalconditions.

Requirements:

Required :

• Education: A Bachelor's degree
• Experience: 2-3+ years of experience in program coordination,teaching, or administrative support. Strong management skills,including planning, organizing, and assessing the program.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communicationskills.
• Interpersonal Skills: High energy level and interpersonalskills. Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others, workingindependently most of the time. Ability to work well with people,including older adults. Creativity, flexibility and negotiatingskills are important.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite,Learning Management Systems, web-based scheduling/database tools;and an ability and willingness to learn new systems.

Preferred :

• Master's degree with 5+ years of experience managinginstructional programs.

Additional Information:

Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligibleemployees including (waiting periods apply):

• health, dental and vision coverage available on the first ofthe month following date of hire
• 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employee and employercontributions as well as access to advising services
• long-term disability coverage
• employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees andqualified dependents
• robust wellness program and free access to the on-campusFitness Center

Other available benefits include:

• supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
• supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac
• Tuition Exchange scholarship program. Application available forqualified dependents of eligible employees working full-time
• discounted pet insurance through ASPCA
• student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI)
• employee Assistance Program through Health Advocate
• flexible spending health and dependent care accounts
• health savings accounts
• 529 collegebound saver program
• paid parental leave and adoption assistance

For more detailed information on Salve's benefits, visit https://salve.edu/human-resources/benefits .

Salve Regina University strives to cultivate belonging valuesthrough diversity, equity inclusion in order to foster a welcomingculture for our staff, faculty and students, as well as the widercommunity. Salve Regina University embraces all people with grace.No matter the path traveled to get here, the Universityacknowledges that many identities will intersect. Salve Reginabelongs to all in its community.