Project Manager, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School

Job Posting Title:

Project Manager, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School

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Hiring Department:

Department of Psychiatry

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2024

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

This is a grant funded position with an end date of 8/31/2024, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in program development, including writing vision and mission statements, grants, and proposals, while also developing program blueprints, and formulating comprehensive business plans.

Purpose

The Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Dell Medical School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager. This role is designed for a dynamic individual who will work closely with the Division Chief to spearhead the development of new programs and initiatives, including but not limited to specialty clinics for Autism, ADHD, Mood and Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Tic and OCD, and Trauma. The position involves a significant focus on developing grants, seeking philanthropic opportunities, expanding the research portfolio, and enhancing training programs within the Division.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Program Development: Assist Division Chief to identify opportunities for growth and innovation, in the strategic planning and execution of new programs within the division, ensuring alignment with the overall goals of the Department of Psychiatry and Dell Medical School, and in articulating the vision and mission of new initiatives, ensuring they reflect the department's and Dell Medical School’s values and objectives.

• Blueprint and Business Plan Creation: Develop detailed blueprints and business plans for each program, outlining the scope, objectives, timeline, budget, and key performance indicators. 

• Fundraising and Philanthropy: Work alongside the Division Chief and Development Office in fundraising efforts, identifying potential donors, and developing proposals to secure philanthropic support for new and existing programs.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, staff, community partners, and donors, to build support for the division's initiatives.

• Research and Training Program Enhancement: Assist the Division Chief to strategize the expansion of the division's research portfolio and the development of comprehensive training programs, ensuring they meet the highest standards of excellence, along with full compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Program Implementation and Evaluation: Assist overseeing the implementation of programs, monitoring progress against goals and objectives, and making adjustments as needed to ensure success.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required and at least five (5) years of professional experience. Proven experience of at least 5 years in program development, preferably within a healthcare, academic, or non-profit setting. Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop comprehensive program blueprints and business plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and cross-functional teams to achieve divisional goals. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or related fields is highly desirable. Experience in fundraising and philanthropy, with a track record of successfully securing funding for programmatic initiatives. Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration) preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or other similar demonstration of formal project management training.

Salary Range

$70,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines

• Occasional interstate, intrastate and international travel

• This position will be assigned on-campus with an expectation to report to work on-site during the scheduled work week.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
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• Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031 .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.