Program Manager

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Tuition remission - eligible employees

Retirement plan

Job summary

Temple University's Leadership & Career Studies (L&CS) program seeks a Program Manager to oversee the program's strategic direction and daily operations within the College of Education and Human Development. The role ensures compliance with applicable regulations and guides a multidisciplinary team to support student success.

The position also drives student recruitment and enrollment, manages data and billing, and builds partnerships with external agencies to advance program goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field and at least four years of relevant experience.
• Proven knowledge of inclusive higher education for adults with disabilities.
• Experience with families and organizations serving individuals with ID.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and day-to-day administration of the L&CS program.
• Ensure compliance with county, state, and waiver system regulations.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team and support professional growth.
• Coordinate student recruitment, enrollment, and interview activities.
• Manage program data, billing compliance, and provider qualifications.

Skills

Inclusive Higher Education programs

Values alignment with Institute on Dis

Experience with families of ID

Computer software knowledge

Plain language / accessible comms

Education

Master's degree

4+ years directly-related experience

Job description

Temple University's College of Education is searching for a Program Manager.

Become part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

• A hybrid work schedule
• Full medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T26

Learn more about the "T" salary structure here:

https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Structure.pdf

Salary Range: $49,250 - $73,000

Program Summary

The Leadership & Career Studies (L&CS) at Temple University is a four-year certificate program for young adults with intellectual disability or intellectual disability and autism, housed in the Institute on Disabilities in the College of Education and Human Development. L&CS offers an authentic college experience while developing our students' academic abilities, career aspirations, community engagement, and self-determination.

The Leadership and Career Studies Program Manager provides the strategic oversight and day-to-day administration of the L&CS program, ensuring full compliance with county, state, and Pennsylvania waiver system regulations. This role leads a multidisciplinary team-including the Coordinator of Student Supports, Coordinator of Academic Relations, Career Development Specialist, and Graduate Research Assistant-directing their work and supporting their professional growth and performance.

The Program Manager champions person-centered planning for all students and maintains program quality by developing goals. and monitoring Quality Plans for the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). Responsibilities include managing billing compliance, maintaining accurate program data and documentation, and upholding provider qualifications through Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DBHIDS) and ODP, and ensures a high standard of advising services for all L&CS students.

A key component of this role is student recruitment and enrollment. The Program Manager networks regionally with teachers, transition coordinators, prospective students, and families; manages the application process through the Destiny One platform; and plans and facilitates prospective student interview days, new student and peer mentor orientation, annual information sessions, and high school group visits. The Program Manager also coordinates with external agencies and partners to advance program goals.

Education and Experience:

Master's degree and at least four years of directly-related experience in higher education, special education, or educational supports and service programs for individuals with disabilities. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities

• * Working knowledge of Inclusive Higher Education programs for young adults with intellectual disability or intellectual disability and autism.
• * Values consistent with the vision and mission of the Institute on Disabilities to promote the inclusion of all people of diverse cultures and abilities. (https://disabilities.temple.edu/about)
• * Experience working with organizations serving family members of individuals with intellectual disability.
• * Working knowledge of all applicable computer software and applicable professional principles.
• * Working knowledge of basic accessible communication, e.g., plain language.

Required Background Checks & Clearances:

• PA Child Abuse Clearance
• FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.

Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus-Ritter Annex

Job: Staff

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Employee Status: Regular