Program Director School of the Sciences Computer Science

Description

TITLE

Program Director

JOB SUMMARY

Performs coordinative and supervisory work in the facilitation and development of special programs. Provides planning and expertise in area of program. Work is performed under minimal supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to : Department Head

Supervises : May supervise program staff volunteers Graduate Assistants and Student Assistants

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include but not limited to the following :

Monitors and implements program related activities following policies and guidelines.

Collects and edits data for reports drafts or manuscripts.

Maintains good public relations.

Prepares annual budget.

Provides administrative support.

Coordinates communication materials.

Anticipates needs of the grant if applicable and develops recommendations for filling these needs.

Ensures proper reporting and administration of requirements.

Develops and maintains an effective record keeping procedure.

Ensures that support services are provided to the program and community.

Ensures proper reporting and administration of requirements.

Meets with professors or other staff members in the collaboration of the success of the programs.

Works with students in ensuring their academic success.

Works with outside agencies.

Observes work and safety rules.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree in an area generally related to program content or assigned responsibilities. Masters preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Three years experience in a generally related area.

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES - The following are essential :

Ability to plan direct and evaluate a complex operation using human resources time funds and other resources for the accomplishment of long-term and short-term goals of the institution.

Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students faculty staff and the public.

Ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Ability to apply budgetary and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.

Ability to organize work effectively conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.

Ability to integrate resources policies and information for the determination of procedures solutions and other outcomes.

Ability to communicate effectively -orally by phone in person and in writing.

• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment including related university software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination intimidation harassment including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices as well as any near-miss incidents to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury / accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Texas Womans University an AA / EEO employer provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color national origin religion gender age disability veteran status sexual orientation or any other legally protected category class or characteristic.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidates ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Positions at Texas Womans University deemed security-sensitive require background checks and verification of all academic credentials.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25 federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558 enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service but knowingly and willfully fail to do so you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status you can contact the Selective Service System at or .

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Forklift,Client Servicing,Electronics Engineering,Civil Quality Control,Designing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1