Job Information
Texas Tech University Program Manager in Lubbock, Texas
39019BR
Extended Job Title:
Program Manager
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:
39019BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
The Program Manager is expected to be an ethical team member who is knowledgeable of Texas Tech University’s policies and procedures and who strives for professional effectiveness by continually participating in professional development and educational activities to renew foundational understandings, improve skills, and acquire new knowledge.
Work directly with Texas Tech students to promote mental wellness
Build rapport with students while providing mental health support
Facilitate peer support mental health meetings
Coordinate events for students who are a part of the Student Mental Health Community
Assist in growing the Student Mental Health Community
Presenting to faculty, staff, students, student organizations, and community agencies about the Student Mental Health Community
Plan and execute campus wide events and outreach opportunities
Act as a liaison with other departments to partner on the Student Mental Health Community
Providing supervision to student assistants, graduate assistants, and other paraprofessionals
Work closely with the Senior Director on coordinating any immediate response necessary
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
4,000.00
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Schedule Details:
M-F 8-5; occasional evenings & weekends
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in counseling (or related field) preferred. Experience in higher education. LPC or LPC-A. Strong written and oral communication skills.
The ability to work with students in distress, maintain accurate records/files for related responsibilities. Proactive orientation to working between groups and individuals to create positive relations; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively; and ability to manage and complete tasks in a timely way; the ability to commit to work in an academic setting.
Department:
Student Mental Health Comm
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, 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.
