Program Manager, History Undergraduate Programs

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University’s Department of History seeks an energetic Undergraduate Program Administrator to oversee its undergraduate academic program, supporting 140-150 majors and 65 minors, and 65-70 lecture and seminar courses each year. The UPA coordinates with the Associate Chair, DUS, and staff, ensuring policies and requirements are communicated.

The role manages course setup in CIS, coordinates degree progress and advising, and supervises a half-time program assistant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good judgment, discretion, and ability to observe confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Oversee undergraduate degree progress and advising coordination.
• Manage course setup and enrollment in CIS; communicate with instructors.
• Coordinate scheduling, room assignments, and cross-listing issues.
• Support events and maintain undergraduate program communications.
• Maintain confidential student records and data in CIS.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience

Tools

PeopleSoft

SAFE

Canvas

Job description

Princeton University’s Department of History seeks an energetic Undergraduate Program Administrator to oversee its undergraduate academic program, supporting 140-150 majors and 65 minors, and 65-70 lecture and seminar courses each year. The UPA coordinates with the Associate Chair, DUS, and staff, ensuring policies and requirements are communicated.

The role manages course setup in CIS, coordinates degree progress and advising, and supervises a half-time program assistant.