Program Management Specialist, University Enrollment Services

Company: Indiana University
Location: Bloomington
Posted on: September 22, 2024

Job Description:

DepartmentUNIVERSITY ENROLLMENT SERVICES (UA-SES-IUBLA)Department InformationUniversity Enrollment Services (UES) supports the academic and student services missions of Indiana University by developing, coordinating, and managing university-wide shared services in the areas of admissions and transfer operations, financial aid, student records and data management, and military and veteran affairs. UES works closely with campus-based partners to enhance customer service; implement best practices; drive student-related technology development; comply with federal, state, and institutional guidelines; and support their overall enrollment and retention goals. This team uses data to identify new opportunities and to prioritize work, which drives innovation and creates efficiency across the University.Job SummaryDepartment Specific Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Associate Vice President for University Enrollment Services
• Designs, plans, coordinates, and assesses University-wide initiatives to support efforts in the enrollment management space
• Solicits new IDEAs and assists with the design, review, and implementation of strategic plans as well as future technical development opportunities
• Works with campus partners to gather data to understand which IDEAs will have the biggest impact on both the student experience and operational efficiency
• Takes on special projects within the UES unit to bring the UES vision to lifeGeneral Responsibilities
  • Plans, directs and implements programs or events, including the creation of materials to support these events.
  • Provides staff communications and serves as liaison to program participants, collaborators in other units, community partners, vendors and the public; approves staff purchase requests; arranges staff travel, accommodations, and research activities.
  • Provides mechanisms, training, and advice on a variety of issues such as budget management software and advanced strategies for timely spending of grant funds. May be responsible for meeting revenue targets.
  • Recruits, trains, directs, schedules, and evaluates faculty and staff partners, students and volunteers.
  • Mentors, serves as a resource and provides guidance to team staff members as needed.
  • Researches available grants and works closely with managers to identify funding needs and potential sources, creates grant proposals that further advance support of the program and program participants; May be responsible for meeting revenue targets.
  • Constructs and administers program budgets and approves spending.
  • Tracks progress on deliverables, analyzes data on projected spending and prepares reports for higher management and funding sources.
  • Keeps abreast of best practices to recommend policies and procedures that deliver a quality program experience.QualificationsCombinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education. EDUCATIONRequired
    • Bachelor's degreeWORK EXPERIENCERequired
      • 2 years in related fieldSKILLSRequired
        • Proficient communication skills
        • Maintains a high degree of professionalism
        • Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
        • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
        • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
        • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
        • Highly thorough and dependable
        • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressureWorking Conditions / DemandsThis role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.Work LocationThis position will be based on the Indianapolis or Bloomington campusThis position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between 2 days remote and 3 days in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs. Advertised SalaryThis position will have a starting salary of $60,000-$65,000 based on qualifications and experience.Benefits OverviewFor full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
          • Multiple plan options for medical insurance
          • Dental insurance
          • Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
          • Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
          • Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
          • Additional supplemental retirement plan options
          • Tuition benefit for IU classes
          • 10 paid holidays per year
          • Generous Paid Time Off
          • Paid Parental Leave
          • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.Job ClassificationCareer Level: CareerFLSA: ExemptJob Function: General AdministrationJob Family: Program ManagementClick here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.Posting DisclaimerThis posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.Equal Employment OpportunityIndiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.Campus Safety and SecurityThe Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.Contact UsRequest SupportTelephone: 812-856-1234

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