What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager, Certificate Program position at Portland State University?
Position Details
Proposed Start Date
04/01/2025
Classification Title
Administrative Support
Rank
N - No Rank
Working Title
Program Manager, Certificate Program
Department
310150 - CCD Cybersecurity Cyber Def Pol Ctr
Position Number
D90602
Representation
AU - AAUP
Renewable
Renewable
End date, if applicable
08/31/2025
Position FTE
Variable FTE between .5 and 1.0 FTE, starting at .5 FTE (20 hours per week)
Tenure Status
N - not applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Mark O. Hatfield Cybersecurity & Cyber Defense Policy Center is a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research. The center convenes scholars, managers, and policymakers from across Portland State University and beyond to train future leaders and translate research findings into effective policy. We achieve these goals through multi-disciplinary, multi-sector, and multi-stakeholder curricular and research partnerships. PSU is one of three founding institutions for the Oregon Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (OCCoE).
Position Summary
The Program Manager is responsible for a number of key objectives that are critical to the Oregon Cybersecurity Center of Excellence. This position will support the Non-credit Professional Certificate in Building Cyber Resilience for Oregon’s state, local, special districts, school districts, tribal governments or organizations, and nonprofits. This program provides continuing education about cyber risk assessment and management, connecting Oregon’s employees to each other and to resources. The Program Manager will support the Certificate by assisting the PI and Sr Project Manager in planning and implementing projects and programs related to the Certificate. They will be responsible for and collaborate on drafting and planning materials, recruiting and outreach, planning events at conferences and on-site events throughout Oregon, and administrative support.
This position is open only to PSU AAUP academic professionals. The AAUP cba Article 17 Section 11 refers.
This position is open only to PSU AAUP academic professionals. The AAUP cba Article 17 Section 11 refers.
Minimum Qualifications
- Intermediate knowledge and expertise in concepts, principles and practices of designation field obtained through a Bachelor’s degree and 2 to 4 years of professional experience within project management and functional areas (Eg. Cybersecurity)
- Ability to complete assignments through application of well-established principles and practices
- Experience building impactful relationships with internal and external organizations
- Strong writing, presenting, interpersonal and public relation skills
- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity
- Experience in managing events/summits, coordinating people, content and logistics
- Ability to problem solve based individually or in partnership with multiple stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional communication skills as demonstrated through the letter of application and resume
- Demonstrates strong skills in interpersonal and written communication, including drafting and editing with competencies in Google and Microsoft Suite
- Experience in prioritizing and managing projects and deadlines, professional experience in a team context, and the ability to initiate and proactively problem-solve
- Demonstrated experience in managing events/summits coordinating people, content and logistics
- Proven experience problem solving in multiple types of situations
Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Usually Monday to Friday, on average 20 hours per week, schedule to be determined. Work outside of standard hours required occasionally.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $54,684 and $67,632 based on 1.0 FTE (between $27,342 and $33,816 at .5 FTE). The salary may be negotiated above this range, dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $54,684 and $67,632 based on 1.0 FTE (between $27,342 and $33,816 at .5 FTE). The salary may be negotiated above this range, dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions
Additional Information
Special Working Conditions:
Work outside of standard hours required occasionally. Remote work allowed through agreement with supervisor. Occasional regional travel required.
This position is open only to PSU AAUP academic professionals. The AAUP cba Article 17 Section 11 refers.
This position may be renewed, contingent upon funding.
Work outside of standard hours required occasionally. Remote work allowed through agreement with supervisor. Occasional regional travel required.
This position is open only to PSU AAUP academic professionals. The AAUP cba Article 17 Section 11 refers.
This position may be renewed, contingent upon funding.
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please provide a cover letter and resume with your application. The contact information for your references will be asked for if invited to an interview.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required
Yes
Position End Date (if applicable)
08/31/2025
If you have questions
Please email the Cybersecurity & Cyber Defense Policy Center at cybersecuritycenter@pdx.edu
Salary : $27,342 - $33,816
