Program Manager

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Work type:Officer of Administration
Location:Eugene, OR
Categories:Administrative/Office Support, Planning/Project Management

Department: Lundquist College of Business, Dean’s Office
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year 2022-2023
FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins

October 17, 2022; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include the following documents with your online application:
1. A resume/CV.
2. A cover letter indicating how you meet the minimum and, if applicable, preferred qualifications for the position. Please describe how you have added value in previous roles and how you would add value in this role.
3. A diversity statement that highlights contributions and commitment to diversity. The Lundquist College of Business is committed to creating an equitable learning and working environment that actively respects, includes, and engages everyone. What would that mean to you in this role? How would that inform your work?

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers as part of the application process. Any application missing the above documents/information may be considered incomplete. In order to ensure consideration, please submit your application materials prior to or on the listed review date.

Lundquist is interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t think you meet every one of our preferred qualifications–use your application to let us know what excites you about the role and what transferable skills or other qualities you would bring.

To receive a copy of the full position description, please send an email to [email protected].

Department Summary

Since 1914 the Charles H. Lundquist College of Business has taught its students the critical skills they need to think for themselves, be leaders in a dynamic world, and make better decisions on behalf of the people and resources they manage. We are a top business school with a unique mission and vision that draws strength from our links to the Pacific Rim and the distinctive qualities of Oregon culture: innovation, sustainability, active lifestyles, financial stewardship, and respect for individuality and diversity within an increasingly global community.

Position Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for providing high-level support to the faculty/programs within the Lundquist College of Business through process/policy management, instructional support, and software management as it relates to academic processes. This role also assists with the management of the Ph.D. program, in collaboration with the Director.

This position regularly requires the exercise of independent judgment and comprehensive knowledge of the University of Oregon, its programs, and personnel. The person in the position handles and is involved in many sensitive and confidential issues, and is responsible for fostering positive relationships both internal and external to the campus. This position works directly with administrators and stakeholders and ensures the use of standardized methodologies, processes, and tools to successfully complete tasks assigned, many of which have defined guidelines and deadlines.

The Program Manager reports jointly to the Senior Associate Deans for Faculty and Research and for Academic Programs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree and five years of experience in program and/or project management within a large, complex organization.
OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience equaling eight years.

Professional Competencies

• Effective and professional written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex information and to effectively present information to various university stakeholders including senior leadership, faculty, students, and staff.
• Ability to solve problems and respond to a variety of options in complex situations. Requires expert-level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions.
• Expertise in working effectively and collaboratively with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Proven ability to be effective in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Proven time management, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage details of multiple and complex projects within firm schedules.
• Ability to meet deadlines, anticipate needs, manage and prioritize multiple tasks or projects, follow through, and work independently without supervision, while handling frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.
• Self-motivated, punctual, reliable, organized, and flexible. Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills. Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage stressful situations with tact and diplomacy and to use sound judgment and initiative, particularly as it relates to handling sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Resourceful, innovative thinking, and demonstrated ability to improve administrative processes.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook (or similar scheduling/calendar programs), and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and project management tools.
• Commitment to and experience with promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Program or project management experience in a higher education environment.
• Experience in an institution of higher education and related organizational structures, policies, and procedures; emerging issues in higher education; and familiarity with relevant rules, policies, and laws.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

University of Oregon students and employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://hr.uoregon.edu/uo-covid-19-vaccination-requirement-employee-process .

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits .

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or 541-346-5112.

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