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Program Manager - The Graduate School

Employer
Florida State University
Location
Tallahassee, FL
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Job Title: Program Manager - The Graduate School
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 63723
Department

The Graduate School

Responsibilities

The program manager for the Graduate Student Resource Center (GSRC) is responsible for managing the administrative and programmatic functions of the GSRC travel grant program. Further, the program manager will lead marketing for academic and professional development programming to current FSU graduate students. The program manager will also assist the Director with the implementation of the Center’s workshops and lead administrative support across the office.

  • Manages the coordination of planning, and implementing for all GSRC marketing, media, and events, including the annual Graduate Student Resource Fair with GSRC staff and OPS staff. Liaises with other campus partners and supports campus partner events. Responsible for coordinating all GSRC event logistics, including room reservations, invitations, publicity, and materials preparation.
  • Leads or assists in the creation of high-impact academic and professional development programming for doctoral student success. Leads or assists with colloquiums, workshops, or forums for graduate students.
  • Works in close coordination with the GSRC’s Director to lead the GSRC travel grant program. Reviews and evaluates travel grant materials, provides notice to recipients of travel grants, conducts budget reconciliation in consultation with the Associate Dean, assists in travel grant policy development, develops related publicity for the travel grant program.
  • Assists the GSRC Director and Student Success Analyst in the development and administration of GRSC event feedback surveys. Collects and compiles data related to GSRC programs and services. Designs and writes the GSRC annual report and develops related charts and figures.
  • Leads administrative operations, including clerical and facility duties, supplies/inventory, and assists in the supervision of OPS staff. Supports programmatic fundraising efforts.
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years experience related to academic and/or student services or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years in the same.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices.
  • Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and retrieve files from active or archive sources. Basic filing practices; including numeric and alphabetic systems.
  • Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and etiquette.
  • Preferred Master's degree.
University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

Mid to upper $40,000's, commensurate with education and experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Organization

Working at Florida State University

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University — with the Carnegie Foundation's highest designation, Doctoral/Research University-Extensive — offers a distinctive academic environment built on its cherished values and unique heritage, welcoming campus on the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida, championship athletics, and prime location in the heart of the state capital.

Combining traditional strength in the arts and humanities with recognized leadership in the sciences, Florida State University provides unmatched opportunities for students and faculty through challenging academics, cultural discovery and community interaction.

Underlying and supporting the educational experience at Florida State University is the development of new generations of citizen leaders, based on the concepts inscribed in our seal: Vires, Artes, Mores — Strength, Skill and Character.

Epitomized by recently named Rhodes Scholars Garrett Johnson and Myron Rolle — elite athletes and scholars committed to public service — and Joseph O'Shea — a campus and community leader as well as a top scholar — Florida State's 40,000 students are dedicated to academic excellence and providing leadership in our complex world.

Florida State University's 16 colleges offer more than 275 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, professional and specialist degree programs, including medicine and law, covering a broad array of disciplines critical to society today. Each year the University awards over 2,000 graduate and professional degrees.

With its impressive breadth of leading graduate, professional and undergraduate programs, Florida State University is a demanding, intellectually stimulating, yet warm and caring environment for students and faculty. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity, Florida State University is a national leader in the number of doctorates awarded to African-American students and in the graduation rate of African-American undergraduates. Its College of Medicine and College of Law are ranked in the nation's Top 10 for Hispanic students.

Florida State University's arts programs — dance, film, music and theatre — rank among the finest in the world, offering an arts education comparable to leading conservatories. Its creative writing program is ranked among the nation's best and is home to the most consistently honored and published student body in the United States. Florida State is responsible for governance of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and associated arts programs, one of the largest museum/university complexes in the nation.

Other programs consistently included in the top public university list include physics, chemistry, political science, psychology, criminology, public administration, library science, information, human sciences, business and law.

At the Ph.D. level, interdisciplinary programs draw on notable research faculty strengths that transcend the traditional disciplines, including neuroscience, molecular biophysics, computational science, materials science and research at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory—home to the world's most powerful magnets.

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