Program Manager
- Employer
- San Diego State University
- Location
- San Diego
- Salary
- $5,373.33 - $5,500.00
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Program Administration, Technology, Analysts & Programming
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Program Manager
Req No: 2023-16242
Category: Research/Project
Type: Full-Time Contract
Salary: $5,373.33 - $5,500.00
Close Date:
Overview
The salary range for this position is $5,373.33 - $5,500.00 per month depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.
BienESTAR is a research collaborative working at the intersection of research, education, and service based at San Diego State University. The word bienestar, meaning wellness in Spanish, exemplifies our commitment to utilize community-based research to promote public health and prevent disease among marginalized communities. The acronym represented in the word signifies our commitment to understanding and addressing social and environmental factors impacting communities throughout the US-Mexico border region. This research collaborative seeks to positively impact health outcomes by engaging community members and multisector stakeholders in participatory action research that builds evidence aimed at improving environments, socioeconomic conditions, healthcare access, and overall socio-structural factors.
Under general supervision of the BienESTAR directors the Program Manager will perform a variety of duties in support of the
day-to-day operations of the research collective.
**Must be living in the Imperial Valley area and will work onsite the BienESTAR research collective 720 Industrial Way, El Centro, CA 92243.
Responsibilities
The Program Manager is responsible for but not limited to:
Program Coordination (95%)
- Coordinate and administer all program activities both internal to the university and with external organizations (industry sponsors, benefactors, and other agencies) in BienESTAR.
- Organize, prepare, and make presentations to including community members, students, industry representatives, advisory boards, university faculty and administrators, government officials and other parties as may be required to advance and achieve the Program goals and objectives.
- Communicate orally and in writing with students, community members, research staff, university faculty and administrators as may be required in executing the Program.
- Develop and execute an structured protocol from maintaining equipment in the research collective space, including organizing space within the lab.
- Support in research activities through either collecting data, organizing instruments, or leading recruitment efforts.
- Assist in process reimbursement and purchase of tools to execute research activities.
- Effectively administer all program activities and requirements to include:
o Maintaining data for the projects and ensuring collection of data
o Ensuring research protocols are followed by research staff
o Ensure timelines for research activities are maintained - Represent the program at both internal and external meetings and conference calls with sponsors, employers, agencies, university officials, and others as may be required.
- Draft reports on progress of research program.
Special Projects (5%)
- Special projects as assigned or required.
Qualifications
Core Knowledge and Abilities
- Fundamental written and oral communication skills, including a sound foundation in English AND Spanish grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Ability to understand standard office and lab procedures; to operate standard office equipment; to learn office technology systems; to perform basic arithmetic calculations; and typing and keyboard skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, clients and/or study participants.
- Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
- Ability to relate well to others within the project environment.
- Ability to display motivation and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to display organization and detail orientation, meet deadlines, possess good judgment and common sense.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to be independent while valuing collaboration and a diverse lab environment.
Role Specific Knowledge and Abilities
- Familiarity with SDSU academic and other campus programs including SDSU Imperial Valley.
- Strong desire to assist others and work with community members within the Imperial Valley and overall border region.
- Knowledge of operational methods and/or research methods and procedures.
- Ability to independently interpret a wide variety of policies and procedures integral to the program.
- Basic understanding of administrative and research processes.
- Understanding of border region culture including geography of the Imperial Valley.
- Knowledge of programs, leadership, resource management, and/or financial administration.
- Ability to relate well with community members, students, professors, administrators.
- Highly motivated self-starter, with a high energy level and strong interpersonal skills; ability to think and act independently; ability to understand and implement procedures.
- Ability to reason logically and analyze and solve problems using good judgment.
- Excellent ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to include preparation of reports, presentations, and other communications to diverse groups.
- Ability to gather data and complete routine assignments independently with limited instruction.
- Ability to plan and organize own workflow to meet deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and database creation through excel or other software.
- Ability to travel once or twice a year outside of the area to represent the program at conferences or meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience/Education
MINIMUM EDUCATION
- Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field related to program/project, or additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- Two years of progressively responsible experience in technical or administrative assignments.
Additional Applicant Information
- Candidate must reside in California or live in a commutable distance from 720 Industrial Way, El Centro, CA 92243 at time of hire.
- Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results (including a criminal record check).
- San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer.
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Organization
Since it was founded in 1897, San Diego State University has grown to offer bachelor's degrees in 89 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 21 areas. SDSU's approximately 32,000 students participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future.
SDSU's annual economic impact to the state of California is $6.5 billion, according to an impact report done by the California State University in 2010.
Of SDSU's 280,000-plus alumni, approximately 60 percent live in San Diego. They comprise more than half the region's engineers, teachers, entrepreneurs and the local workforce for a host of other industries.
Learn More About:
Research: Since 2000, SDSU faculty and staff have attracted more than $1.7 billion in grants and contracts for research and programs ranging from cardiovascular disease to marine biology.
Diversity: SDSU ranks No. 19 in the nation for racial diversity and among the top universities for economic diversity. SDSU was ranked No. 11 in the nation and No. 4 in California for bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanics by Hispanic Outlook for Higher Education
International Study: SDSU offers 350 international education programs in 50 countries. Nearly 12,000 students have studied abroad in the past 12 years.
Community Service: SDSU is a recognized leader in innovative efforts to improve urban K-12 education. The City Heights Educational Collaborative and Compact for Success both positively impact the academic achievement of elementary, middle and high school students in the local area.
Sustainability: Sustainability is an every-day part of the university culture at San Diego State University. Students, faculty and staff all participate in a myriad of ways, from festivals, to research to academic programs. In spring 2014, SDSU opens its first LEED Platinum Certified building — the 206,000 square-foot Aztec Student Union.
- Telephone
- 619-594-5200
- Location
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5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego
CA
92182
US
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