Description:
Manages the day-to-day operations of a large university program
or department, including the supervision of staff employees,
student workers, programs or processes.
1. Plans and develops procedures for administering a large or
complex department or program.
2. Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget
analysis.
3. Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates
performance.
4. Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals,
operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and
documentation.
5. Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and
activities.
6. May administer grants and grant-related related communications,
scholarships and other operations.
7. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and
procedures.
8. May serve as property custodian for the department.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Posting Information:
This position plays a key role in promoting departmental academic
programs, enhancing student recruitment efforts, and creating
meaningful engagement opportunities for current and prospective
students.
The Program Manager will develop and implement strategic marketing,
recruitment, student engagement, and alumni outreach initiatives
that increase awareness of undergraduate and graduate programs
within the Department of Health and Human Performance. The
successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, staff,
students, alumni, and community partners to strengthen enrollment
pipelines, support student success, cultivate alumni engagement,
and foster a vibrant departmental community.
Key responsibilities, but not limited to:
Create and manage content for websites, social media platforms,
newsletters, recruitment materials, and other communication
channels. Develop and implement student recruitment plans,
including open houses, campus visits, college fairs, community
outreach events, and virtual information sessions. Plan,
coordinate, and evaluate student engagement events, including
orientations, networking opportunities (Research Days and Lecturer
series), scholarship and recognition ceremonies, and special events
(HHP Games). Collaborate with faculty and staff to highlight
program accomplishments, student success stories, research
activities, and experiential learning opportunities. Monitor and
analyze recruitment, enrollment, and engagement metrics to assess
effectiveness and recommend improvements. Manage departmental
branding initiatives and ensure consistency in messaging and visual
identity across platforms. Develop and support alumni engagement
initiatives, including alumni events, networking opportunities, and
communications designed to strengthen alumni connections with the
department. Maintain alumni contact and engagement records and
collaborate with university advancement and alumni relations
offices to support outreach and fundraising efforts. Manage special
projects and initiatives that advance departmental priorities and
student success outcomes.
Preferred candidates qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Higher Education
Administration, Event Management, Public Relations, Business, or a
related field.
Three years of professional experience in marketing, recruitment,
student affairs, event management, communications, alumni
relations, or higher education outreach. Experience in higher
education recruitment, enrollment management, or student
engagement.
Experience with social media management, digital marketing, and
content development.
Education will be considered in lieu of
experience.
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: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of
directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: None.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
