Program Manager, Student Success & First-Gen Initiatives

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston System's Center for Student Empowerment seeks a Program Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a small/medium university program, focusing on first-generation student success and engagement.

You will develop and assess initiatives, coordinate First-Generation programs, provide advising and referrals, and support mentoring and academic success. All positions at UH System are security-sensitive and Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline.
• Requires a 4-year degree from a college or university or equivalent in-depth training directly related to the work.
• Experience: No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and assess programs, workshops, events, and outreach initiatives with a primary emphasis on first-generation student success.
• Coordinate signature First-Generation initiatives, including First-Generation Week and other engagement programs.
• Provide advising, guidance, referrals, and resource connections to help students navigate institutional, academic, financial, and personal barriers.
• Support mentoring, leadership development, financial empowerment, academic success, and other CSE initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging practices related to first-generation and vulnerable student success.
• Support additional CSE programs and departmental priorities as assigned.

Education

4-year degree or equivalent training

Job description

The University of Houston System's Center for Student Empowerment seeks a Program Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a small/medium university program, focusing on first-generation student success and engagement.

You will develop and assess initiatives, coordinate First-Generation programs, provide advising and referrals, and support mentoring and academic success. All positions at UH System are security-sensitive and Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.