Program Manager, PROSPECT Grant - Partnerships & Impact

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking a Program Manager for the PROSPECT Grant to lead a regional workforce initiative in critical technologies. You will drive strategy, coordinate across campus partners, and connect educational institutions with industry to place students in internships and jobs.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, collaboration, and an ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while supporting growth in the college's mission and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 6 years related work experience if bachelor's.
• Equivalency statement: 1 year of higher education can substitute for 1 year of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive university strategy, align teams, and deliver on multiple interconnected operations projects.
• Define and oversee a list of dependent projects to reach the program's goals.
• Enlist teams, implement strategies, and measure ROI.
• Organize and track projects, manage risks and escalations, and ensure business objectives.
• Act as liaison between departments to facilitate collaboration and understanding.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Time management

Cross-campus collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Utah is seeking a Program Manager for the PROSPECT Grant to lead a regional workforce initiative in critical technologies. You will drive strategy, coordinate across campus partners, and connect educational institutions with industry to place students in internships and jobs.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, collaboration, and an ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while supporting growth in the college's mission and external