Program Operations Manager for the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development (ORIED)

Location: Albany, NY Category: Professional Positions Posted On: Mon Dec 2 2024 Job Description:

The Office of Research, Innovation & Economic Development (ORIED) amplifies and supports the work of SUNY faculty and student researchers and scholars. Working alongside the Research Foundation, ORIED creates opportunities for growth, economies of scale, robust infrastructure and build pathways of connection. We do this through our dynamic, data-driven initiatives, funding programs, proactive outreach, and advocacy. ORIED helps to grow the research enterprise and entrepreneurship ecosystem, elevating the SUNY community's impact in intellectual achievement and the public good.

The Program Operations Manager for the Office of Research, Innovation and Economic Development (ORIED) is responsible for the day-to-day oversight, administration, and coordination of key initiatives of ORIED in support of the Senior Vice Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Economic Development. This position interacts daily with key stakeholders across government, education, and private industry, and oversees complex project management in a fast-paced environment.

Duties Include

• Management of complex scheduling initiatives for internal and stakeholder engagement, including long-term planning, with the ability to use significant discretion in execution.
• Utilize project management principles and skills to ensure delivery of key strategic initiatives and programs on behalf of the Senior Vice Chancellor.
• Work collaboratively with all functional areas within SUNY System Administration (including the Chancellor's Executive Team), SUNY's 64 campuses, the SUNY Research Foundation, and all related entities to ensure timely completion of key priorities.
• Coordinate the management of office and program logistics for events attended by or sponsored by ORIED leadership, including all necessary travel arrangements and budgetary reconciliation.
• Assist in the research of key issues, including legislative priorities, and in developing briefing materials[IJ2] for review by senior leadership in support of strategic initiatives and the Senior Vice Chancellor.
• Oversight of office operational processes; proactively developing, monitoring, and improving operations processes and workflow.
• Collaborate with the SUNY Board of Trustees office to help organize appropriate committee meetings including coordinating meeting agenda, minutes, slides, and other pre-meeting materials.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

The Successful Candidate Will Possess

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Public Policy, or related.
• At least three years of demonstrated success working with a high degree of independence in a complex, multi-faceted organization.
• Considerable knowledge of project management platforms and processes, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to use independent judgement and maintain confidentiality.
• A demonstrated commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in above and/or PMP certification.
  
  

Additional Information

• Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, training, and certifications. The range for this position is $73,000 - $90,000.
• Work may require flexible hours, evenings, and weekends in order to support the operational needs of the office.
• Excellent Benefit Package which includes: NYS health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, competitive retirement options, tuition assistance, parental leave at full pay, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time. 13 days of paid holidays per year; 21 days of vacation and 21 days of sick time accrued each year. Please see our Management/Confidential benefits summary for additional information.
• The state title for this position is Administrative Staff Assistant (MP5)
• Management/Confidential appointments work under the leadership and discretion of the appointing authority and are not represented by a union.
• This position will be based in Albany.
  
  

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

SUNY System Administration Benefits

SUNY System Administration provides an outstanding and comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family through the many life changes you may experience while you work for SUNY. Our nationally recognized benefits include:

• Retirement: The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement.
• Health Insurance: Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles.
• Time Off:Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category.
• Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid schedules, are available depending on position.
  
  

Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits