Program Manager 2 - Mathematics

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston is seeking a qualified individual to manage the day-to-day operations of a large university program within the Department of Mathematics. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing budgets, and ensuring effective program implementation.

Candidates should possess a 4-year degree in a relevant discipline and at least one year of directly job-related experience. This role integrates advising and program management functions for optimal stakeholder engagement and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of directly job-related experience.
• Thorough understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of university programs.
• Plan and develop procedures for program administration.
• Evaluate subordinate staff performance.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and documentation.
• Administer grants and scholarships.

Skills

Program management

Budget analysis

Staff supervision

Program coordination

Education

4-year degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Department: Mathematics Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

Manages the day-to-day operations of a large university program or department, including the supervision of staff employees, student workers, programs or processes.

• Plans and develops procedures for administering a large or complex department or program.
• Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis.
• Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
• Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
• Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
• May administer grants and grant-related communications, scholarships and other operations.
• Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
• May serve as property custodian for the department.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This role will integrate advising and program management functions within a single position. In addition to providing comprehensive academic and graduate advising support, the role will assume responsibilities including program coordination, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

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 one (1) year 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.