What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager - iD+Pi position at University of New Mexico?
The School of Architecture and Planning is seeking applications for a Program Manager position with the Indigenous Design and Planning Institute (iD Pi). The iD Pi is a level 2 research center within the School.
The Program Manager will be supervised by the Dean of the School and report to the Director of the iD Pi and will supervise staff, student employees, and graduate student Project Assistants and/or Research Assistants as needed to meet the needs of sponsored research projects and activities. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, one-year term appointment that may be renewed based on available funding and if organizational need exists.
The successful candidate will demonstrate keen interest working in an active and creative environment to primarily support pre-award and post-award phases of sponsored research projects. Under indirect supervision, the Program Manager will be responsible for various duties and responsibilities related to planning and execution of operational activities of a research center including: 1) assisting the Director and Principal Investigators with research development and program management support as needed for contracts, grants, and awards; 2) facilitate program and event development and support local, national and international initiatives among partner consortiums in research and development; 3) generate and implement strategic intelligence and networking as well as collaborative resources and services; 4) enhance the profile of the iD Pi and add to its visibility and impact with existing and future external funding by communicating the Institute's accomplishments in a broad and targeted manner; 5) lead and guide the work of staff and student employees including Research Assistants and Project Assistants; and 6) monitor iD Pi indices for account activity and expenditures.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of communication and problem solving skills as well as ability to manage and administrate multiple projects and activities.
The School is housed in George Pearl Hall, a unique facility designed by internationally renowned architect, Antoine Predock.
See the Position Description for additional information.
High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience 2 of which are management level experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in any discipline;
- Knowledge of pre-award and
post-award phases of sponsored research and administration of research
projects; - Experience developing short and long term goals and objectives;
- Experience managing budgets for various types of research projects;
- Experience managing staff, student employees, and graduate student
Project Assistants and/or Research
Assistants; - Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population;
- Demonstration of leadership skills
and experience.
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please upload the following 3 documents: 1) Resume; 2) Cover Letter stating interest in the position; 3) List of 3 professional references including name, title, organization, email address, phone number.Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Salary : $4,073 - $5,722
