Project Program Manager

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Type of Position:
Management - Advancement

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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Department:
ERDC | Economic Research & Development Center

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
As part of a comprehensive plan to expand economic development and business growth in Jefferson County and the Arkansas Delta Region, the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff is seeking to hire a Program Manager to assist with providing ongoing and individualized business services to aid in business development, growth, and retention in the region.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Originally founded at UAPB in 1987, the ERDC has served as an incubator for small business training and has worked to provide direct support to thousands of individuals and businesses since its inception. The ERDC provides business consulting, technical assistance, and training to entrepreneurs and small business owners or managers in all facets of starting, managing and growing a small business.
The Program Manager will be responsible for attracting, assisting, and identifying services for new and existing ERDC clients.
The Program Manager will market, manage and coordinate programmatic activities, develop and manage on-site and virtual training sessions and foster business development services in accordance with strategic goals of ERDC. The Program Manager will also conduct outreach and instruct training on small business topics. This position will focus on assisting entrepreneurs and small businesses with diverse backgrounds and working with communities of under-resourced groups. Services will be delivered in accordance with program guidelines in order to achieve the performance measures and economic impact goals of the ERDC.
The position requires the applicant to work in a professional environment: dependability, diplomacy, flexibility, discretion, judgment, and confidentiality are a must. This is a full-time, grant-funded position. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
The Program Manager will participate in capacity building initiatives of ERDC and the department of Institutional Advancement. All ERDC team members participate in fundraising, grant research, grant writing and partnership development. The Program Manager will be responsible for data collection, organization, and complex report writing. He/She will represent the priorities of the ERDC and UAPB to the public, articulating the university’s positions and communicating its mission to increase the organization’s visibility and public’s understanding of the work of the center. He/She will also maintain and encourage relationships with local and regional political, business, and educational stakeholders The Program Manager will support ERDC’s vision for the continued growth and expansion and guide programs in new areas with new and expanding business opportunities within the state. They will perform other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide management assistance, technical advice, and problem-solving help with financial analysis and budgeting, marketing, business planning and modeling, loan proposal development; and conducting business and market research
• Responsible for fulfilling reporting requirements, participation in all programmatic and financial reviews, network strategic planning
• Responsible for managing the Business Support Incubator Office (including clerical operations such as filing, answering phones, organizing meetings, completing travel requests, and training subordinates)
• Responsible for recruiting and managing volunteers, interns and rental facilities
• Participate in providing individual consulting assistance to include business startup advice; development of business plans; assessment of current business activities; and conducting and utilizing market research to make recommendations
• Prepare entrepreneurs for the process of seeking appropriate capital to build and grow their business
• Connect entrepreneurs and small businesses to internal and external resources to start, maintain or expand their business
• Assist with recruitment, intake, and ongoing communication with clients who currently own or are interested in starting a business
• Build and maintain close professional relationships with small businesses and other stakeholders throughout our targeted communities
• Conduct outreach in targeted communities, including with individual businesses
• Coordinate and instruct workshops and classes on various business topics and recruit volunteer subject matter experts to present
• Maintain and document client records and related work activities in a manner consistent with program guidelines; track program metrics and improve the program’s data-collecting practices
• May work with students in delivery of services and students and faculty regarding student projects
• Performs other duties as assigned, in order to accomplish the goals and mission of the organization
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule which may include nights and weekends
• Must be available for in-state and out-of-state travel including overnight stays
• Must maintain confidentiality

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• A Master of Business Administration (or related field) required
• A minimum of one (2) years experience in one of the following areas; business development, economic development, career development, entrepreneurship assistance, student workforce management, office management or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and other Microsoft programs
• Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds and working with communities of under-resourced groups

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Professional Community and Economic Developer (PCED) Certification, Delta Regional Innovator Certificate, or related economic development certification (obtained or in progress) preferred.
• Experience with grant writing and/or management preferred
• Office management experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of small business operations and management
• Knowledge of economic conditions and the diverse profile of the Delta and the ability to provide responsive, applicable, and innovative solutions for business initiation, retention, and expansion
• Knowledge of existing resources available for businesses and entrepreneurs
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations applicable to business development and entrepreneurship
• Moderate knowledge of Microsoft programs and the ability to easily adapt to new software programs
• Ability to conduct themselves with unwavering professionalism, dignity, and respect as befitting a member of the Golden Lions’ leadership team
• Ability to work in a dynamic team and build working partnerships
• Ability to think strategically, problem solve, and exercise good judgement
• Interpersonal skills that demonstrate the ability to connect with others on a professional level and attract and retain new clients, partnerships, and collaboratives
• Leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to manage and lead individuals and teams through difficult situations in a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment
• Ability to conduct and utilize market research to assist small businesses with marketing
• Ability to utilize understanding of cultural practices and norms to build trust in diverse communities
• Ability to conduct outreach in rural communities
• Ability to conduct and deliver training in a classroom setting
• Excellent writing, public speaking and interpersonal skills
• Ability to conduct outreach to generate referrals of impact clients from diverse and rural communities
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing the values, mission, and goals of revitalizing and expanding economic development in Jefferson County and the Arkansas Delta, with an understanding of the region and its cultural and economic implications.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Writing Sample

Additional Information:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Chandra Taylor, Executive Director, [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff commits itself to policies of affirmative action and diversity with respect to both employment opportunities and program participation.  The Division complies with these policies not merely because of legal requirements, but because we believe that such practices are basic to human dignity.  As such, the Division welcomes all applicants to apply without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.  Candidates must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.  All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting

Benefits Eligible:
Yes