Program Manager II, Deep Soil Ecotron

Program Manager II, Deep Soil Ecotron – Location: Moscow, Idaho Position Overview This position serves as the administrative lead for educational, outreach, and professional programs, or for directing complex business operations in support of the program. The program manager formally plans, assigns, directs and coordinates the work of the program and represents the program to administrators, faculty, staff and students within the university and external contacts. Responsibilities Design and develop or assist with the design and development of program(s) or project(s) Manage and oversee the administrative and daily operations of a program Ensure compliance with university, state and federal policies and regulations Oversee the supervision of personnel for the program Manage contract, grant and/or state funding; approve and monitor budget expenditures; prepare budget revisions; provide interim status reports on all accounts; oversee, coordinate, and/or assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding Participate in the development of annual operating budgets and provide fiscal direction to the unit Oversee and/or coordinate the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data; develop, write and present program reports Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Experience Four years of program coordination or program management experience One year of supervisory experience or delegating work to others Participation in the development and management of operating budgets Required Education Bachelor's Degree; four additional years of experience in program coordination (for a total of eight years) may substitute for a Bachelor's Degree Required Other None Additional Preferred Bachelor's Degree in soil science, project management, business management, or related to the domain of the position Master's Degree in soil science, project management, business management, or related to the domain of the position Leadership experience in a non-academic setting (e.g., industry or non-governmental organization), including contributing to cross-disciplinary collaboration Familiarity with university research environments and practices, including supporting research operations and administration Knowledge of soil science or scientific infrastructure and data management Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, collaborative environments while supporting strategic initiatives and project implementation Experience communicating with stakeholders through written and verbal formats Compensation and Work Conditions Pay Range: $68,764.80 annually or higher depending on experience. Physical Requirements: None. EEO Statement The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr