What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager – Operational Excellence position at Rice University?
Special Instructions to Applicants :
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
About Rice :
Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence.
Position Summary :
The Program Manager will be an integral member of the Operational Excellence and Engagement team, supporting the execution and monitoring of Rice University’s Operations, Finance, and Support (OF&S) strategic portfolio. This portfolio includes six unique workstreams driving towards excellence : HR, IT, Budget & Finance, Campus Safety, Campus Services & Sustainability, and Real Estate & Facilities. The Program Manager will play a key role in supporting initiative owners, project managers, and team leaders, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring project and program goals are met. Additionally, the Program Manager will help build, support, and enable a project management community of practice within OF&S.
Ideal Candidate Statement
The ideal candidate for this position is a seasoned program manager successful at leading by influence, fostering collaboration, supporting teams to deliver results, and building project management capacity in others. This individual is committed to continuous improvement and innovation, serving as an example for colleagues.
Workplace Requirements :
This role will require collaboration across multiple teams and departments. The Program Manager will work closely with senior leadership to ensure all initiatives align with strategic goals. A hybrid work environment may be available based on organizational needs.
Hiring Range :
The hiring salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000, commensurate with the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Minimum Requirements :
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent year for year combination of education and experience
- 4 years of experience working in project or program management
Preferences :
Skills Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines Ability to collaborate with and motivate cross-functional teams Ability to influence others Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple programmatic areas Knowledge of budget control methods, policies, and procedures. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills Strong time management and prioritization skills Proven ability to manage large and complex issues through diverse and competing interests. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, including conflict resolution Strong leadership and management skills Advanced problem-solving expertise to discern intricate issues, analyze relevant information, and devise and assess multifaceted options for effective solution implementation.
Essential Functions :
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
