University Programs & Grants Manager

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston in Houston seeks an experienced Program Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a large department or program within Electrical Engineering. You will supervise staff and student workers, manage procedures and reporting.

Ideal candidates bring project management experience, strong task-management skills, and the ability to develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures. Education and experience may be considered interchangeably; a 4-year degree or equivalent

Qualifications

• Experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Education may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training typically required.
• Minimum of 1 year of direct job-related experience.
• Security sensitive position requiring criminal history check.
• Equal Opportunity Institution; all qualified applicants encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plans and develops procedures for administering a large or complex department or program.
• Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis.
• Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
• Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
• Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
• May administer grants and grant-related communications, scholarships and other operations.
• Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
• May serve as property custodian for the department.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Job description

University of Houston in Houston seeks an experienced Program Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a large department or program within Electrical Engineering. You will supervise staff and student workers, manage procedures and reporting.

Ideal candidates bring project management experience, strong task-management skills, and the ability to develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures. Education and experience may be considered interchangeably; a 4-year degree or equivalent