Program Manager, College-Conservatory of Music

Program Manager, College-Conservatory of Music


Posting Start Date: 7/6/26


Work Arrangement: Onsite


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Job Overview

The College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) at the University of Cincinnati seeks aProgram Manager to support the Music Education and Keyboard Divisions. Reporting to both the CCM Business Office and divisional leadership, the Program Manager plans, coordinates, and administers a wide range of academic, financial, and operational activities in support of divisional programs, faculty, and students. This position serves as a primary point of contact for internal and external constituents and plays a critical role in ensuring the effective day-to-day functioning of both divisions.

This role is currently anticipated as an 100% FTE, negotiable 11-12 month annual appointment.

This is an on-site position.

Essential Functions

• Plan, coordinate, and support academic and co-curricular programs for the Music Education and Keyboard Divisions.
• Monitor quantitative and qualitative data on progress toward program objectives. Review objectives to identify problems and solutions, prioritize solutions, and develop action steps for program improvement.
• Maintain budget, prepare contracts, approve and monitor expenditures, prepare budget requests and financial reports.
• Provide financial administrative support for program initiatives in collaboration with the CCM Business Office.
• Manage and analyze enrollment and student data. Compile statistics and prepare reports.
• Assist with the development and implementation of strategies to recruit students and program participants.
• Interact with and manage communication among students, staff, faculty, alumni, external agencies, and other university departments.
• Act as liaison to internal departments, external entities and community organizations.
• Prepare and distribute communications, including newsletters and outreach materials
• Coordinate events such as recitals, workshops, and divisional initiatives, and support related committees
• Contribute to program development, special projects, and other administrative needs as assigned.
• May conduct research and analyze relevant literature, other benchmark information to develop grant proposals, new program ideas and propose program changes.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental needs. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Three (3) years of program coordination experience.


Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $47,800 - $58,510

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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