What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Worcester Polytechnic Institute?
JOB TITLE
Program Manager
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Data Science
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Program Manager in Data Science provides professional administrative support for the program head under minimal supervision. Manage day-to-day operations and staff of the program to ensure a professional environment with proper implementation of policies and procedures. Manage essential functions for operation and growth of the program under the guidance of the Program Head.
WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
WPI requires that all employees to be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 and boosted (if applicable). For additional information, please go to https://www.wpi.edu/we-are-wpi.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity and collaboration, inclusion, problem solving and change making.
To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Program-Manager_R0002049
About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.jeid-dc7c9671d6e5e24995f5b851e7704f15
Program Manager
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Data Science
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Program Manager in Data Science provides professional administrative support for the program head under minimal supervision. Manage day-to-day operations and staff of the program to ensure a professional environment with proper implementation of policies and procedures. Manage essential functions for operation and growth of the program under the guidance of the Program Head.
WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate operations of the Data Science Program Office.
- Document program administrative policies and procedures as well as provide needed support for program staff and their coordination.
- Assist and contribute to setting policies and procedures, research, planning, strategic and development activities. Ensure that program operations comply with organizational policies and procedures.
- Coordinate interfacing and collaboration with the departments and units affiliated with the program, including Computer Science, Mathematical Sciences, and School of Business.
- Oversee and assist the Program Head on day-to-day fiscal and budgetary administration of the program. Be responsible for budget formation; prepare and oversee preparation of budgets; structure budgets for industrial collaborations; maintain program budget records; and oversee petty cash.
- Track faculty hires for the Data Science Program and supervise departmental hiring process.
- Coordinate bi-annual Data Science Executive Advisory Board meetings.
- Serve as program representative to other university units and outside agencies on administrative matters, and coordinate tasks and administrative assistance across related computational programs co-located in Unity Hall.
- Lead and plan Data Science initiatives, including annual symposia, strategic relationship meetings, etc.
- Maintain the Data Science undergraduate program, including advising and coordination of majors, and advising and tracking of Data Science minors.
- Assist with Data Science industry relationships, including work with Data Science program head and faculty in fostering industry relationships and coordinating project agreements, in collaboration with other program staff
- Maintain and oversee administrative/academic records (e.g., financial, budgetary, faculty, and students) requiring discretion and knowledge of procedures.
- Coordinate completion of annual program reports, promotions and surveys.
- Perform other duties as assigned. May participate in and contribute to special projects as directed by the program head.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent and a minimum of five years of experience in an administrative support, operational, financial, or related support position capacity.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access), other office productivity tools, and state-of-art digital technologies used at WPI, such as WORKDAY, TABLEAUX, ONEDRIVE, ZOOM, etc.
- Must demonstrate agility in adaptation to continuous changes in processes, workflows and technologies in the organization.
- Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and be able to manage several projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Must be able to successfully work with the program head, program faculty leaders, other program staff, program faculty, staff of related units, the Dean of Arts & Sciences' Office, the Provost's Office and other campus offices.
WPI requires that all employees to be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 and boosted (if applicable). For additional information, please go to https://www.wpi.edu/we-are-wpi.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity and collaboration, inclusion, problem solving and change making.
To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Program-Manager_R0002049
About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.jeid-dc7c9671d6e5e24995f5b851e7704f15