Lubbock
45803BR
Civil Environ Construct Engineering
Position Description
Designs, implements and manages an assigned program. Typical duties can include but are not limited to: Identify funding opportunities, conduct program assessments, prepare program reports, oversee and manage program marketing and communications, manage program databases, supervise program staff, plan research activities, coordinate program events, participate in strategic planning, manage program files, establish program standards and objectives, direct logistical activities to promote the success of programs, develop and implement project timelines and ensures deadlines are met, oversee program budget, ensure goals and objectives of grants are met, assists in proposal writing, comply and analyze program statistics.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
About the Department and/or College
The HUD-funded Center of Excellence in Capacity-building for REsilient Housing (CECREH), housed within the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering at Texas Tech University, invites applications for a full-time, remote Program Manager position. CECREH is a multidisciplinary consortium of six leading institutions including Texas Tech University (lead), University of Kansas, Stony Brook University, Texas A&M University at Galveston, Texas Southern University, and the University of Waterloo, developing innovative housing solutions in the context of disaster recovery and affordable housing.
Major/Essential Functions
Serve as the center's primary liaison to federal agencies (HUD, FEMA, SBA) and state-level disaster recovery and housing programs, leveraging existing professional networks to advocate for and advance CECREH's mission. Initial appointment: 12 months, with potential extension based on performance and funding availability
- Translate CECREH research findings into policy-relevant products including white papers, policy briefs, dashboards, toolkits, and other deliverables tailored to the needs of federal and state stakeholders