Student Transition and Success Program Manager II

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston is hiring a Student Transition and Success Program Manager II to oversee planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of transition- and retention-focused initiatives, including First-Year Cohort programs, UHin4, Cougar Tracks, and DENS. The role collaborates with campus partners to design engagement strategies and track outcomes toward student success goals.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of related experience, with strong proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of directly job-related experience; education or experience may be substituted.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience planning and implementing transition- and retention-focused initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of a large university program, including staff supervision
• Plan and develop procedures for transition- and retention-focused initiatives for first-year students
• Collaborate with campus partners to design strategic initiatives that promote engagement, belonging, and retention
• Monitor participation and student outcomes and maintain program records
• Analyze program data and prepare reports and recommendations
• Manage fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis
• Serve as a liaison among campus stakeholders to support students from matriculation through graduation

Skills

Collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

1+ year related experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

University of Houston is hiring a Student Transition and Success Program Manager II. This role oversees planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of transition- and retention-focused initiatives, including First-Year Cohort programs, UHin4, Cougar Tracks, and DENS. The manager collaborates with campus partners to design initiatives that promote engagement and retention, tracks program outcomes, and reports on progress toward student success goals.

Highlights

• Manage day-to-day operations of a large university program, including staff supervision
• Plan and develop procedures for transition- and retention-focused initiatives for first-year students
• Collaborate with campus partners to design strategic initiatives that promote engagement, belonging, and retention
• Monitor participation and student outcomes and maintain program records
• Analyze program data and prepare reports and recommendations
• Manage fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis
• Serve as a liaison among campus stakeholders to support students from matriculation through graduation
• Bring proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of directly job-related experience, with education or experience considered in lieu of the other
• Base salary range $49,400 - $55,300