Program Manager, Romance Languages & German Departments, College of Arts and Sciences, Hybrid

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.

The selected candidate will provide program support for both the Department of Romance and Arabic Languages and Literatures and the Department of Asian, Eastern European, and German Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences. The candidate will process course offerings; create promotional materials online and in print; run data enrollment reports; oversee course evaluations; manage departmental schedules, make travel arrangements, and oversee event planning; maintain departmental office spaces, supplies, equipment, and computers; manage department website, listservs, and newsletters; distribute mail and coordinate departmental needs.  In addition, this person will assist the financial administrator with the graduate student hiring and onboarding and provide academic and administrative support to the departments' graduate programs. This person may also assist in processing paperwork for international guests, faculty, and students.

This position will have the option of a hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office/2 days work from home) for those with a residence within OH/IN/KY, following 90 days of training. Residence must be in the tri-state area within reasonable distance to UC Main Campus to have ability to report to campus as required. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

• Manage, design, develop, modify and present programs.  Perform program needs assessment and make recommendations.
• Implement policies and procedures. 
• Maintain budget, prepare contracts, approve and monitor expenditures, prepare budget requests and financial reports. 
• Act as liaison to internal departments, external entities and community organizations.
• May prepare and edit reports and/or newsletters and develop publication materials.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Three (3) years of relevant experience.

• Ideal candidate would have extensive travel and event planning experience.
• Familiarity with website content management applications (like AEM, eProf, or WordPress) or data and financial management systems (Catalyst, CaRT, Concur).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once and successfully prioritize responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Flexible, adaptable and self-starter.
• Customer service oriented.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include:

• Cover letter of interest.
• Current CV/Resume.
• Applications without a cover letter or CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range of $45,000 - $51,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

REQ: 90763