"Program Manager, Humanities in Action"

Job Details

Position Title:
Program Manager, Humanities in Action

Compensation:
$50,000 - 55,000

Department:
CSH Deans Office_G

About this opportunity:
The College of Sciences and Humanities welcomes applications for Program Manager of our new Humanities in Action Program. Humanities in Action provides paid internships at nonprofit organizations for humanities majors, and the Program Manager will play an integral role in the program's success.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Position Summary
The Program Manager for the Humanities in Action Program will play a vital role in building and sustaining a new paid internship program for humanities majors at Ball State University. This position will be responsible for identifying and facilitating internship placements, processing student applications for the program, assisting students with questions about the program, maintaining relationships with nonprofit organization partners, and providing day-to-day administrative support for the program. The Program Manager will ensure that students and nonprofit organization partners have the resources and support needed for successful internship experiences.

Key responsibilities:

• Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with nonprofit organizations in collaboration with the program leads
• Provide guidance and coaching for students participating in Humanities in Action Program
• Manage the internship application process, including reviewing applications, tracking eligibility, and determining appropriate student placements
• Develop, deliver, and manage professional development programming for internship students
• Maintain accurate program records, including internship placements and student hours; evaluate for grant compliance
• Establish and maintain internship agreements with nonprofit partner organizations
• Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and nonprofit partner organizations to ensure clear communication, and appropriate program management and consultation
• Collaborate with program leads to develop marketing and outreach strategies to recruit students and expand nonprofit organizational partnerships
• Work with program leads as needed, such as analyzing data, developing report, supporting program assessment, and coordinating scheduling of the internship course

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (humanities, education, nonprofit management, community development, or related discipline)
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and/or experience in the nonprofit sector
• At least two years experience in program coordination, career development, and/or student services
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and external partners

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience developing and sustaining community partnerships
• Experience working in higher education and with college students

How to apply:
For inquiries regarding this position, please contact Richard J. Petts, Associate Dean of the College of Sciences and Humanities: rjpetts@bsu.edu.
Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:

• Cover letter
• Resume or Curriculum vitae

Applications must be received by 12:01AM on Friday, February 20, 2026.

What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.