Program Manager

Title: Program Manager Employee Classification: Program Manager Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP SubDivision-Department: HSC-Texas Coll of Osteopathic Med Department: HSC-Office of the Dean-TCOM-300600 Job Location: Fort Worth Salary: Compensate with experience FTE: 1.0 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible Position Overview TCOM Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine is looking for an experienced grant and project manager, with proven experience in grant administration, budget management, regulatory and compliance requirements, reporting, and identifying research opportunities. This position is a 1.0 FTE, serving in two capacities at 0.5 each. TCMHCC Project Manager, overseeing 8-10 projects. The Project Manager works closely with UNT Health’s Principal Investigator (PI) and TCMHCC Executive Committee member, JPS Health Network, other contracted partners, and UNT Health clinical partners to ensure that projects are implemented in accordance with state legislation and guidance from TCMHCC statewide leadership. Public Health Research Portfolio manager, working with the Associate Dean of Research in Public Health and the Assistant Director for the Office of Research Services. The role helps manage the CPH's research portfolio and partners closely with stakeholders necessary for smooth research management operations, including the Office of Sponsored Programs, Budget Office, and HR. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and four (4) years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong oral and written communication skills. Thorough knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to the area of assignment. Preferred Qualifications 3+ years in grant management and administration with complex, multifaceted projects, including grant regulatory and compliance requirements. Experience with Uniform Guidance. Experience with state of Texas sponsored grants. 3+ years experience in budget management, forecasting, and planning. 5+ years building collaborative partnerships and working relationships, strong team player. 3+ years of general administrative/operations experience and customer service experience and orientation. Job Duties Even Years: Budget review and development (January-March) for TCMHCC's legislative budget request and to determine amounts that the state will obligate for UNT Health for the upcoming biennium. Odd Years: Budget review (June-September) to finalize budgets for new Participating Institution Agreement (PIA), determine amounts for JPS contract, and develop detailed budgets for UNT Health and JPS as required by the Office of Sponsored Programs. Monthly: Monitor expenditures in Grants Workcenter; respond to ad‑hoc requests related to budget. Annually: Develop spreadsheets to track project budgets and expenditures; develop or review invoice templates. Ad Hoc: Respond to ad‑hoc opportunities for additional funding related to TCMHCC. For example, American Rescue Plan Act proposal (August2021); New and Emerging Mental Health Researchers (2024). Ensure timely reporting by the 15th of each month for TCMHCC projects. Coordinate with JPS Health Network to develop and submit monthly reports. Access financial data in UNT Health’s Grants Work Center to run monthly expenditure reports. Receive and track monthly invoices from JPS Health Network to monitor actual and projected expenditures. Enter and update staffing list and allocations in TCMHCC Salesforce application. Plan, facilitate, and/or participate in routine and ad‑hoc meetings with the TCMHCC Principal Investigator (PI), the UNT Health Office of Sponsored Programs, JPS Health Network, and other internal and external partners. Develop and maintain meeting documentation. Coordinate with Office of Sponsored Programs on TCMHCC‑related contracts, including annual review or amendment of Participating Institution Agreement (PIA) with the UT System; annual development of contract or amendment with JPS; coordination of contract amendments as necessary; and development of other contracts as necessary (e.g., Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute). (Essential) Monitor and respond to email inquiries related to TCMHCC. Coordinate responses to TCMHCC‑related questions or assignments from statewide leadership. Attend required trainings. Attend statewide conferences. Public Health Office of Research Grant Administration – partners with progress/final reports, just‑in‑time requests, effort certification, and compliance. Maintain a detailed record of research support for grant‑supported faculty and staff. Coordinate with the submission of Electronic Payroll Action Requests (ePAR). Coordinate monitoring of funding announcements and grant requirements. Assist with establishing contracts and MOUs in collaboration with the Office of Contract Administration. Assist with procurement‑related duties, such as supplier management, requisition, and invoicing, travel requests and reports, and expense reimbursement for externally and internally supported research projects. Assist with maintaining an effective control environment. Public Health Office of Research Monthly Reporting – coordinate preparation of monthly reports on CPH grants, expenditures, and effort levels. Public Health Office of Research Monthly Reporting of research and scholarly activities of the CPH faculty. (Essential) Public Health Office of Research Routine and Ad‑Hoc Meetings – participate in monthly meetings with PI and OSP DRA. Assist with organizing research brown‑bag seminars. Public Health Office of Research Research Opportunities – assist with developing and providing research opportunities for faculty and students. Public Health Office of Research Other – may be required to perform duties associated with the planning/support/development and execution of events and activities that align with the mission, vision, and strategies of UNT Health. Other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, occasional after‑hours and weekends. Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. 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