Program Manager I

Responsible for administratively managing a University department under the general direction of a functional Program Director or under the auspices of a Program Advising Committee and according to an established program plan. May participate in the development of program objectives and is responsible for achieving objectives within defined parameters set by University and/or department policies and procedures or technical principles. May require fiscal management of grants and other funds. May manage multiple programs. Requires the use of independent judgment to determine the best approach to accomplish objectives established in the program plan. May supervise staff as needed. Will be responsible for yearly faculty evaluation management.

Under the guidance of the PMII, the Program Manager I will work with the Department Chair on general clinical division management, providing any additional support clinical divisions may need as well as supporting the Department Chair administratively in their clinical duties, and extramural commitments. The PMI will support the PMII in the Department of Pathology Chair's Office with department wide initiatives, including but not limited to digital pathology, faculty recruitment, endowments, letters of recommendation etc. PMI must also understand the confidential and time sensitive nature of the Chair's Office, and the need to provide departmental support to all levels.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for administratively managing a University department under the general direction of a functional Program Director or under the auspices of a Program Advising Committee and according to an established program plan
• May participate in the development of program objectives and is responsible for achieving objectives within defined parameters set by University and/or department policies and procedures or technical principles
• May require fiscal management of funds
• May manage multiple programs
• Requires the use of independent judgment to determine the best approach to accomplish objectives established in the program plan

Salary Range: $43,890 - $71,320

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferred:

• Hard Skills: English competency for higher education letter writing, data management, Microsoft office and Adobe, Zoom, Qualtrics, UAB Applications (including but not limited to Oracle, OnBase, IRAP, etc.)
• Soft Skills: multitasking, time management, sensitivity to confidential information. Time-management skills, project design and completion, interpersonal communication skills (including via email), self-driven during times of remote work hours, ability to adapt to personalities, confidentiality, teamwork mindset, prompt attention to tasks, scheduling. This position may be asked to assist with time-sensitive and emotionally charged situations while maintaining confidentiality and within parameters defined by the programs, department, and/or University. This position will also work with a variety of levels within the department including trainee, staff, and faculty and must be able to accomplish these tasks with professionalism.

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