37599BR

Extended Job Title:

Program Manager - Student Staff Operations & Training

Position Description:

Designs, implements and manages an assigned program. Typical duties can include but are not limited to: Identify funding opportunities, conduct program assessments, prepare program reports, oversee and manage program marketing and communications, manage program databases, supervise program staff, plan research activities, coordinate program events, participate in strategic planning, manage program files, establish program standards and objectives, direct logistical activities to promote the success of programs, develop and implement project timelines and ensures deadlines are met, oversee program budget, ensure goals and objectives of grants are met, assists in proposal writing, comply and analyze program statistics.

Requisition ID:

37599BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

Supervision/Advising (20%)

• Recruit, train, directly supervise and evaluate 1 Residence Life Advisor and 1 Residence Life Senior Advisor.

• Provide indirect supervision and support to Residence Life Professional and Student Staff, particularly in relation to assigned functional area 

• Conduct one-on-one meetings with direct supervisees/advisees and indirect staff, as assigned

• Train and advise Residence Life Staff on student outreach and reporting for area initiatives 

Administration (25%)

• Provide administrative oversite for area functions including but not limited to budget management, residential curriculum, payroll approval, Maxient and student of concern reporting, and other departmental databases and systems 

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders 

• Assess and report on effectiveness of area initiatives 

• Advise, chair or serve on departmental or ResLife committees or liaison opportunities, as assigned.

On-Call/Emergency Response (15%)

• Serve as a member of the Residence Life Leadership On-Call Team throughout the academic year, university breaks, and summer for a residential population of over 8000 students  

• Be available on a call-to-duty status to assist with residence hall and campus emergencies 

• Communicate appropriately with emergency personnel, University Student Housing, and other campus officials as needed 

• Support professional staff in responding to crises and providing follow-up 

Student Staff Operations & Training and Institutional Support (40%)

• Coordinate all aspects of student staff operations including marketing, scheduling, interviewing, etc.

• Co-coordinate all aspects of graduate staff operations including marketing, scheduling, interviewing, traveling, etc.

• Coordinate the planning and implementation of student staff training and on-going developments

• Coordinate a Careers in Student Affairs leadership experience for interested student staff and leaders

• Assist in the development and implementation of all levels of training and operations within residence life

• Assist with summer operations as needed

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

4,000.00

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Schedule Details:

Day + Some Evening + Some Weekend + On-Call

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs or related field. Two or more years progressive residence life experience or experience in a field related to the functional area of the position.

Department:

University Student Housing

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Business Professionals

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience developing or managing programs or projects. Additional job related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.