Program Manager - Communications

Amarillo

40360BR

Veterinary Medicine

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

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Ensures all activities related to communication skills program including coordinating simulated clients, facilitators, lab instructions, laboratories, prop animals are maintained and organized as well as prepares supporting reports (compiling and analyzing program statistics);
• Coordinates research, outreach and overall program activities, including Seminar Series, Symposiums, and conferences as well as assists with graduate students, and all communication program initiatives as assigned;
• Participates and contributes to the event management of communication facilitation workshops. Ensures lab schedules are adhered to, greeting, and directing coaches, students, and simulated clients to appropriate rooms, answering any queries from coaches, students or SCs and directing those queries to lab lead or instructor of Record (IOR) as required. This includes creating day schedules for labs, printing and organizing cases, student groups, facilitators, and simulated clients. This position also plans the operational aspects and supports the delivery of the Objective Structured Clinical Exams (OSCE);
• Reserves rooms for lectures and labs, sets up online ZOOM sessions, submits appropriate IT and AV requests as needed for all years as necessary. Builds and maintains courses including assembling of binders, organization of content, tracking of assignments etc. directed by communication faculty;
• Builds and maintains communication courses in BlackBoard/Canvas as well as responsible for all aspects surrounding the effective use of Elevate Health Care (CAE) during teaching and assessment;
• Maintain program, student, and faculty informational databases and files including a current and accurate database of Simulated Clients to facilitate effective program delivery and scheduling. Including hours worked and assisting with time sheet management. Oversee SC orientation to university policies and practices as well as integration to the faculty, including training SC on electronic timesheet submission and other processes as needed;
• Keeps inventory of communication props and all communication equipment;
• Other duties as assigned.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Independent judgment, strong organization and communication skills and a superior customer service focus.
• Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple projects and meeting external, hard deadlines.
• Ability to work with a diverse community including students, faculty, administrators.
• Superb organization and communication skills.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience developing or managing programs or projects. Additional job related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education program management.
• Experience using simulation software for training or education.
• Ability to plan and lead workshops or training sessions using simulation tools.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is located in Amarillo, Texas.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

4000

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Business Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.