Program Manager

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System, representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation. The mission of the Texas A&M University System is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Assists in defining ESS project mission, vision, scope, and delivery objectives.
• Manages project portfolios aligned with organizational business strategies and established project management standards.
• Develops and implements procedures for the administration of ESS programs.
• Researches, develops, and writes white papers and prepares presentations.
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates project activities through regular engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborates with resource holders to support effective execution of projects.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and national guidelines impacting environmental, health, safety, and security programs within the A&M System.
• Coordinates and tracks updates to A&M System policy and regulations, serving as the primary contact office for ESS.
• Manages and coordinates the development and implementation of special projects for ESS.
• Serves as lead coordinator for ESS project teams and special initiatives.

Administrative, Compliance, And Program Support

• Assists with yearly budgetary and contract processes.
• Prepares vouchers, purchase orders, and requisitions.
• Coordinates with accounting personnel and other support staff.
• Supports ESS operational programs and events, including conference planning, blood drives, and training activities.
• Provides administrative support for departmental personnel processes, including employee onboarding, personnel records maintenance, evaluations, and expense reporting.
• Serves as custodian and departmental websites and SharePoint sites, ensuring content integrity, data governance, records retention, and disposition in accordance with A&M System records management requirements and compliance with applicable standards.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced skills in word processing, spreadsheet, Microsoft applications, and project management software, such as Asana and TeamDynamix.
• Advanced planning and organization skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Project Manager (PMP) Certification.
• Four years of project or program management experience at a state agency or an institution of higher education in the State of Texas.

Other Requirements

• This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only.
• Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices.
• Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply.
• A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.
• All positions are security-sensitive.
• Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
• Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.