What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Alcorn State University?
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Position Information
Job Title
Program Manager
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
SDFR Policy Center
Job Summary
The Program Manager is responsible for managing daily financial
activities (invoicing, sub-contract management and/or financial reporting for the
SDFR Policy Research and its grant programs as well as work with School of
Agriculture directors and staff to develop and deliver training, education and
outreach activities. The Program Manager provides leadership for assigned
operational function(s) within a department, regularly makes decisions for
establishing work priorities and managing activities, and for coordinating
workflow and interactions within the department and with other departments
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Project Management
Program Management
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Ability to organize, plan, & prioritize work
Ability to attend to details while simultaneously handling multiple projects
Ability to analyze, interpret, & apply relevant regulations, policies, & procedures
Initiative to learn & maintain current knowledge in area of assignment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, data management, & email programs
High level of technical competence in the area of responsibility
Ability to develop & deliver quality presentations.
Ability to exercise initiative, make sound judgments, & work without close supervision
Essential Job Functions
- Manages post-award functions for the Policy Center’s grants/ cooperative agreements program to include: proposal budget review; coordination of sub-award initiation and execution; review and approval of sub award invoices for fiscal compliance; ensures the timely receipt of sub award invoices; and, advises sub awardees and Policy Center PI’s on the appropriate expenditure of grant funding.
- Coordinates sub award agreement modification requests and amendments and recommends execution as appropriate under the direction of Policy Center Directors with guidance from the Office of Sponsored Programs.
- Coordinates outreach efforts with Policy Center staff and leadership to effectively educate stakeholders about Policy Center activities and impacts.
- Coordinates training of SDFR provided by the Policy Center (Farm Bill and impact of policy on SDFRs)
- Coordinates financial management of Policy Center and Competitive Grant Programs, compiling financial reports, creating annual program budgets, etc.
- Prepares and makes presentations
Qualifications
The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus three
(3) years of relevant professional experience, or a master’s degree. Relevant disciplines include Business Management, Agriculture, Economics, etc…
Licensing and Certifications
N/A
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Occasionally
Extended Work Hours
Frequently
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S904
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
02/06/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
- Unofficial Transcripts
