Program Director

Primary Duties

• Plan and direct daily activities of one or more programs (project #) of substantive size and budget.
• Direct the preparation, coordination, and maintenance of the program content and delivery methods for the operations within that specific University program.
• Plan and coordinate daily activities of a program including monitoring relationships of outside agencies or subcontractors.
• Manage budget, including approving finances, tracking expenditures, and preparing reports on current finances.
• Oversee databases used to analyze criteria and deliver data, as well as to monitor, evaluate, and recommend to senior management revisions to program operating policies and procedures.
• Plan data management and communication strategy for program.
• Work with senior management in developing program goals and milestones.
• Organize and/or participate in various committees and teams to consult with program heads and administrative officials on policy and program needs as well as various administrative issues.
• Cook up regular publication of summary reports and serves as an information resource to coworkers, the university, and external figures.
• Develop funding sources for the program, through grant seeking, major fundraising events and/or donations.
• May interact with students and facilitate resolution through technical and/or clerical personnel.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred.
• Experience: Six (6) years of program oversight including program planning, budget, and coordination.
• Certification/Licensure: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of position requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to support a mission and strategic vision.
• Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
• Skill in consultation and change management.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Benefits

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).