Program Manager Senior

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University’s STEM Outreach Center seeks a Program Manager Senior to lead OST STEM initiatives across southern New Mexico, including after-school programs, summer camps, and family engagement events.

Reporting to the Executive Director, you will plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate grant-funded programs, manage day-to-day operations, monitor budgets, and develop partnerships with schools and community organizations to ensure high-quality delivery and measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree plus 9 years of relevant experience; Master's degree preferred.
• Bachelor's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience; Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate OST STEM initiatives including after-school programs.
• Manage day-to-day operations of grant-funded programs, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Develop MOUs, monitor budgets, and coordinate with partners and staff.

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

• 504176
• Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
• Staff
• Staff Full-time
• Closing at: Nov 6 2026 - 23:55 MST

Department Contact

Wanda Tamez, [phone], [e-mail]

Internal or External Search

External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary

The NMSU STEM Outreach Center is seeking a Program Manager Senior for OST Programs to advance STEM+ education across southern New Mexico by providing high-quality professional learning for PreK–12 educators, developing engaging inquiry-based curriculum, and supporting schools and communities in creating impactful STEM+ out-of-school time programs.

Position Details

Position Title: Program Manager Senior

College/Division: College of Hlth, Educ & Soc Trans

Department: 350410-INST FOR EXCEL IN MATH & SCIENCE ED

Location: Las Cruces

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $59,965.78; Commensurate with Experience.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Program Manager Senior position serves as assistant director for the STEM Outreach Center at New Mexico State University (NMSU) to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate out-of-school-time (OST) STEM initiatives, including after-school programs, summer camps, and family engagement events. The position works closely with the Executive Director to manage day-to-day operations of assigned grant-funded programs, ensuring high-quality delivery and alignment with approved program goals, University policies, and grant requirements. The manager develops operational plans, implements approved procedures, and recommends program improvements. The manager coordinates with principals, community partners, and University personnel; supports and supervises assigned Center program staff; monitors budgets and expenditures in collaboration with the fiscal manager; and coordinates timely completion of grant deliverables. Responsibilities include preparing and coordinating Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for appropriate review and approval, initiating and supporting grant proposal and funding development, and monitoring program outcomes. The manager track participation, implementation, outcomes, and required deliverables in collaboration with the STEM Outreach Center’s Data team; provides regular reports to the Executive Director; and recommend improvements based on findings and partner feedback. The Program Manager provides regular updates and recommendations to the Executive Director and refers decisions requiring executive or institutional approval through established channels.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Associate's Degree + 9 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 7 years of relevant experience. Master's degree or higher preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in STEM Education, School Administration, or related field; 5+ years experience in developing district and school partnerships for out-of-school time programs; experience in developing STEM-based K-12 OST curriculum. School of education grant administration experience preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Global Campus

Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives – and the lives of the people they love – through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.

NMSU Main Campus

Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College

Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.

Alamogordo Campus

Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus

NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

EEO Statement

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