Program Manager

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Job Title:
Program Manager

Department:
Engineering | Undergraduate Studies

Job Description
Develops and manages curricular and co-curricular programs for the Humanitarian Engineering Scholars Program as determined by the Senior Associate Director for Honors & Scholars and the College of Engineering Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education and Student Services.

Co-curricular programming: Assists with the development and facilitation of co-curricular programs for Scholars students based on program themes. Creates and delivers outreach, engagement, and service opportunities for Scholars to lead activities within the Columbus community. Designs and leads 1-credit introductory seminar in Fall Semester for all First-Year HE Scholars students. Facilitates structure and opportunities for self-selected projects for all Second-Year HE Scholars students. Collaborates with other Honors & Scholars programs on co-curricular programming and other initiatives.

Advising and Academic Support: Supports students’ academic and personal development, career goals, and overall success in college through academic monitoring, targeted outreach, and 1-on-1 coaching. Collaborates with other university offices and services, referring students as appropriate. Supports initiatives in Engineering Academic Success & Engagement (EASE) and Engineering Advising.

Humanitarian Engineering Program Support: Develops awareness and understanding of Humanitarian Engineering concepts, including sustainable development and human-centered design, as well as real-world applications of science and technology in addressing global inequalities. Supports recruitment efforts for Humanitarian Engineering Minor and community-engaged learning courses. Coordinates between college academic advisors and humanitarian engineering programs. Collaborates with Humanitarian Engineering Innovation Lab and Humanitarian Engineering student organizations.

Supervision & Leadership Development: Manages student leadership opportunities within HES, including but not limited to peer mentors and student programming team(s). Directs recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of 1-2 undergraduate student program assistants.

Recruitment, Admissions, Housing & Orientation: In collaboration with Honors & Scholars and Engineering Recruitment, directs the recruitment and application review for the Humanitarian Engineering Scholars Program. Coordinates with University Housing and other Learning Communities to confirm student housing placement. Coordinates with Orientation and First Year Engineering to arrange seminar, clustered courses, and program meeting time(s).

Role is highly independent with significant influence over program structure, expectations, and planning. Program sizes ranges from 100-200 annually (including first and second year undergraduate students). Weekend and evening work, and travel will be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of experience in program planning and administration.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is strongly desired.
• 8+ years of experience in program planning and administration is strongly desired.
• Demonstrated interest in engineering and technology as well as knowledge of related career fields strongly desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills strongly desired.
• Strong organizational skills strongly desired.
• Knowledge of curriculum and student information systems.
• Experience with academic advising at college level.
• Experience in program planning and implementation.
• Willingness to work with word-processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Community outreach service learning.

Additional Information:

Resume and Cover Letter Required

Hiring Range:$49,800 - $66,400

Location:
Hitchcock Hall (0274)

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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