Academic Program Manager

We are seeking a motivated candidate with skills to organize, direct, and control aspects of the Master of Athletic Training program in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training.
This position requires initiative, energy, strong communication skills, and exceptional people skills.
Aspects of program management may include managing financial records, hiring, supply ordering, student records, and accreditation reports Responsibilities • This position supports the day-to-day operations of the Master of Athletic Training program.
• Under the direction of program leadership, administers budgets and manages resources (e.
g.
, money, space, staff, supplies, etc.
).
• Maintains budget records, such as reconciling accounts and preparing expenditure statements; documentation of purchases made on P-Card.
• Assists with the University hiring processes for department hires.
• Supports faculty, staff, and students in making travel arrangements, including flights, hotel reservations, conference registrations.
• Assists recruiting and admissions for the Master of Athletic Training.
• Assist in preparing external accreditation documents.
• Assists the program with meetings and program events, including scheduling, room reservations, e-mail contacts, event catering and logistics, minute taking.
• Assists program with planning and implementation of student educational seminars, student workshops, and outreach activities with prospective students and academic partners.
• Works and interacts with others in and outside the department and central administration.
• Answers telephones and gives information to callers, takes messages, or transfers calls to appropriate individuals.
• Greets visitors and communicates with students, faculty, staff and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, and address complaints.
• Other duties as assigned.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related area plus three years of experience in budget, grant and program management or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required.
Develops and implements program ideas into successful academic and research programs; demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences Experience in budgeting or managing financial records Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.
The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Director/ Title IX Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA) 383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite Salt Lake City, UT 84112 801-581-8365 oeo@utah.
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The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”).
Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).
Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information.
Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions.
Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education) Yes No * How many years of experience do you have in budget, grant and program management? Less than 1 year 1 year or more, but less than 3 years 3 year or more, but less than 5 years 5 year or more, but less than 8 years 8 years or more Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.
581.
2169 after submission Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.
581.
2169 Open Date 10/19/2023 Requisition Number PRN36691B Job Title Academic Program Manager Working Title Academic Program Manager Job Grade E FLSA Code Executive Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 01431 - Athletic Training Program Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 39300 to 60000 DOE Close Date Open Until Filled Yes