Description
The primary responsibility of the Program Manager of Leadership and Career Studies (L&CS) within the Institute of Disabilities (IOD) is to oversee the day-to-day activities of the program, supervise and lead the staff team, and maintain and continue to enhance the quality of the curriculum and associated student experiences as best practices in the field evolve. This position reports to the Senior Research Associate.  L&CS is a comprehensive transition and postsecondary program (CTP) for students with intellectual disability, and students complete a university-approved certificate over four years. This position reports to the Faculty Advisor for L&CS.   Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment at Temple University means much more than a competitive salary.  Temple strives to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusivity and provide employees with opportunities for growth and advancement.  You will enjoy a collaborative working environment that values innovation and creativity.  Our health and wellness benefits are among the best in the region, and our retirement savings plans allow you to plan for the future.  Temple University offers many opportunities for employees to enhance skills, gain new perspectives and grow professionally.  For example, you can earn your bachelor's degree or an advanced degree through our tuition remission benefit or develop your management and leadership skills in one of our HR Learning and Development's academies.  Temple University employees also enjoy recreational, entertainment, and cultural activities both on campus and throughout the Philadelphia region. 
 
Visit https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University.

Required Education & Experience:
Bachelors degree and at least four years of directly related experience. Master’s degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities:
* Working knowledge of Inclusive Higher Education programs for young adults with intellectual disabilities and autism.  
* Demonstrates values consistent with the vision and mission of the Institute on Disabilities to promote the inclusion of all people of diverse cultures and abilities. (https://disabilities.temple.edu/about)
* Demonstrates experience in working with family members who have young children with disabilities, and adults with disabilities. 
* Working knowledge of all applicable computer software and applicable professional principles.

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

In accordance with the City of Philadelphia's COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University.  An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University's vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved.  For more information, visit the University's Vaccines web page at https://www.temple.edu/coronavirus/vaccines.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus-Ritter Annex
Job: Staff
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular