Program Manager 1 - Decision and Information Sciences

Department: Decision & Information Science

Salary: 43,000 - 48,900

Description:

Manages the day-to-day operations of a small or medium-sized university program or department. May supervise staff employees, student workers, programs or processes.

1. Plans and develops procedures for administering a small or medium-sized department or program.
2. Oversees program expenditures and ensures adherence to budget.
3. Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
4. May prepare or participate in the creation of abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
5. Reviews reports of budgets and activities.
6. Prepares ad hoc reports as needed.
7. May administer grants and grant-related related communications, scholarships and other operations.
8. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
9. May serve as property custodian for the department.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Position Information
Description:
This position works in the Decision and Information Sciences department at the C. T. Bauer College of Business. The business office is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual who will support the business operations management team for the department. This includes work orders, goods/service procurement, contracts, equipment inventory, event planning, customer service interface, and any other business operations activities to ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

Successful candidates will have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, work well under pressure, consistently meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects while remaining flexible and positive. This will require exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Further, successful candidates will effectively communicate with all levels of management and fellow employees and be able to manage multiple employer relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values accuracy, process improvement, and collaboration in supporting academic and research operations.

Position includes the following responsibilities but not limited to:
1. Coordinate procurement of office supplies and manage catering arrangements for business meetings and seminars
2. Process maintenance (“FIXIT”) requests and oversee technology service requests to ensure timely resolution
3. Administer and track completion of mandatory departmental training requirements
4. Serve as Property Custodian for the DISC Department, maintaining accountability and accurate inventory of assets

Preferences:
• Candidates who are detailed oriented.
• Experience with excel and willing to learn.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate policy and procedures.

Qualifications: Experience will be considered in lieu of education.

Notes to Applicant: Please include full work history on resume.
Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Resume

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: No experience required.

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The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.