Manager, Programs at University of Miami in Miami, Florida

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The Office of Graduate Studies is currently seeking a full time Manager of Programs. The Manager, Programs oversees and coordinates the day-to-day operations of the assigned University programs in accordance with the institution's academic and strategic missions. The incumbent operates with the goal of delivering high quality programs to the University faculty and staff and other key stakeholders. Furthermore, the Manager, Programs provides guidance and mentorship to program staff to encourage talent development.



CORE JOB FUNCTIONS


1. Plans, implements, evaluates, and monitors multiple programs.
2. Implements project plans related to the delivery of new and on-going programs.
3. Works with internal stakeholders so that the program runs efficient and effectively.
4. Evaluates and measures the effectiveness of assigned programs.
5. Ensures that operations are managed within authorized budgets.
6. Collects, manages, and reports program data.
7. Develops and cultivates relationships and partnerships with various external entities and organizations to further department functions.
8. Recruits, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines department staff to ensure optimum performance.
9. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.



Department Specific Functions:


This position reports dually to the Associate Director of OGS and to the Graduate Program Director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Program. Oversees all administrative functions related to onboarding students joining a program, classroom management, academic advising, new student recruitment, dissertation defenses, offboarding graduating students, and supporting the various curriculum committees. Ensures the delivery of new and on-going initiatives that support assigned doctoral programs. May supervise student workers. Works with internal stakeholders (faculty, students, and other staff) so that the program runs efficiently and effectively. Evaluates and measures the effectiveness of assigned programs. Ensures that operations are managed within authorized budgets. Collects, manages, and reports program data. Develops and cultivates relationships and partnerships with various external entities and organizations to further department functions. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.



This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.




CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:



Bachelor's Degree in relevant field



Experience:



Minimum 4 years of relevant experience



Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Knowledge of business and management principles.
  
  


• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
  
  


• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.
  
  


• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
  
  


• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.
  
  

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.


UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.


Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.


The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.



Job Status:

Full time



Employee Type:

Staff



Pay Grade:

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