Program Manager - 141844

The Center for Faculty Success & Engagement (C-FSE) Program Manager will perform a wide range of duties related to programmatic administration and management in support of C-FSE's strategic initiatives. Under the direction of the Center's Director, the incumbent will support the development of initiatives and programs, from ideation to evaluation, that fulfill the Center's mission of fostering a dynamic academic culture that advances faculty excellence.

The Program Manager will take responsibility for leading specific Center programs, in partnership with the C-FSE's Operations and Events Coordinator, by establishing program objectives and timeline. The incumbent is responsible for using professional concepts and policies in the coordination, administration, management, and organization of programmatic offerings for the center, providing information and guidance on a broad scope of issues. The incumbent will support the analysis of campus wide needs against best practices for issues related to faculty well-being, leadership development and faculty life to develop a programmatic response. As needed, the Program Manager will offer administrative support including but not limited to event planning, drafting materials, and campus-wide communication.

In conjunction with the AVC-FSE and FSE Director, the incumbent also implements long-range planning and outreach that increases constituent engagement with the C-FSE and is a point of contact for academic departments and external partners. This position works collaboratively to build capacity for assessment of project and organizational effectiveness. Will work with the AVC-FSE and FSE director to review or develop project objectives and to design and implement assessment plans. Will implement project evaluation methods, including surveys, track performance of FSE strategies, recommend improvements, and measure contributions to academic culture goals. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for evaluating effectiveness and delivering support. Must be able to present technical information in a clear and concise way. The Program Manager will also support C-FSE leadership with the campus-wide Academics@UCSD survey, including assisting with research, focus groups, and analysis. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

~ Cover letter required for a complete application.

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

• Experience in program budget development and management.

• Demonstrated ability to read and understand complex and/or detailed documents such as proposals, contracts, policies, and procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex situations and data, and develop clear and concise reports or make appropriate recommendations.

• Demonstrated ability to establish successful working relationships with various offices, colleges, academic departments, and external partners.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and assess small to large campus-wide programs and initiatives with varying degrees of complexity.

• Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.

• Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff verbally and in writing. Particularly with an emphasis on working with people from all backgrounds. Demonstrated excellence in written communications to include correct grammar usage, syntax, editing, proofreading, and format. Strong writing and editing skills to compose, proofread, and to review copy for correct grammar and format, completeness, etc. for self or others, for a wide range of documents and needs.

• Solid organizational skills and ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.

• Working knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs.

• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.

• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of the university organization, including administrators, academics, managers, staff, community officials, and colleagues at all levels.

• General knowledge of issues regarding equity, access and belonging, and the impact they have within academic institutions.

PREFERRED

• Familiarity with issues impacting faculty recruitment, retention, promotion, and tenure.

• Knowledge of University of California policies and procedures.

• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.

• Cover letter required for a complete application.