"Senior Program Manager, PaCE"

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 12/9/2025. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is required.

Job Details

Job Summary

The Senior Program Manager manages the daily operations and logistics of major programs. This role is responsible for scheduling, planning, coordinating, and administering key offerings in business-related fields such as Cybersecurity, Human Resources, and other professional training programs.

Core Responsibilities

1. Develops and manages the scheduling of programs and special events.
2. Develops and manages the production of program materials ensuring quality and timelines are maintained.
3. Works with teaching faculty to ensure curriculum is revised and updated as needed. Ensure changes are made to the student materials and online courses.
4. Works with supervisor on new program initiatives, to ensure professional and efficient operation of programs are being met.
5. Coordinates program agreements between the department/College and teaching faculty, corporate clients, faculty, and current and past students.
6. Assists department/college leadership team when submitting proposals to corporate clients for executive program development and corporate program events.
7. Develops and manages program budgets, ensuring program accounts remain within budget. Performs purchasing, invoicing, and account reconciliations.
8. Manages staff for program operations and logistics.
9. Conducts information sessions for our programs on a semester basis, follows up with potential students, and tracks conversion rates.
10. Acts as a representative of the department during all programs, membership associations, and conferences.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Six (6) years of experience in program management.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas platform, to manage programs effectively.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Tact, diplomacy, and judgment are necessary in dealing with others.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Able to develop and implement goals and objectives aligned with the program's mission.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of program management techniques and methods.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.
• Occasional after-hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.
• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 30 lbs. of force occasionally.

This position will work both on campus and remotely in Texas. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=14449&PostingSeq=1