The Black Education Research Center (BERC) at Teachers College, Columbia University, invites applications for a Program Manager to join our team during the 2023-2024 academic year. The Program Manager will be responsible for the management of specified components for BERC research-related initiatives at Teachers College, Columbia University. The Program Manager will work closely with various departments within the university to ensure that research needs are met and that the budget and grants ma... more details
Job Summary/Basic Function: The Black Education Research Center (BERC) at Teachers College, Columbia University, invites applications for a Program Manager to join our team during the 2023-2024 academic year. The Program Manager will be responsible for the management of specified components for BERC research-related initiatives at Teachers College, Columbia University. The Program Manager will work closely with various departments within the university to ensure that research needs are met and that the budget and grants management remain aligned with BERC mission and goals.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Internal Operations Management
Develop and manage the program budget and grants, ensuring that all expenditures are within the given budget and grant constraints.
Submitting contracts and purchase orders
Manage staff onboarding, including hiring, training, and evaluating personnel in the program as needed
Review and analyze data from various sources to ensure the effectiveness of research programs and make recommendations for changes and improvements
Participate in the development and implementation of center-wide policies, initiatives, and strategic plans regarding academic programs
Process expenses and reimbursements
Schedule room reservations
Be responsible for travel and lodging arrangements and requests
Coordinate with various departments and organizations within the university to promote rapport and collaboration Project Management and Communications
Manage the BERC calendar
Manage BERC website, email account, and other external communications
Manage and track research and community-based projects
Contribute social media content
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in education, business administration, or a related field is required.
At least five years of experience in academic program management or a related field
Demonstrated experience in budget development, management, and office administration
Preferred Qualifications:
A Master's degree is preferred.
Previous experience working with TC systems and operations
Experience with Banner, ChromeRiver, and UniMarket
Salary Range:
$69,000- $80,000
Work Modality:
Hybrid
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
The salary range reflects the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for the position at the time of the job posting. Salary decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to market and organizational considerations, experience, and qualifications of a selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Our benefits contribute significantly to the total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans; flexible and hybrid work schedules; tuition remission; life insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; an exceptional employer retirement matching program; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, and a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
If you would like to request any disability related accommodations to complete the job application or to participate in the interview process, please email:oasid@tc.columbia.edu.
Hybrid/Remote
Teachers College maintains a hybrid work environment, which provides employees with flexible work arrangements, while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person college-campus culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite or in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days). Employees are expected to live within a 150-mile radius of the College.
We will consider qualified candidates that reside beyond this radius based on the responsibilities and duties expected of the position. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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