Sep 18, 2019
Position Job Title Program Specialist,Sr College/Division Engineering College Department 360400-Civil Engineering Position Number 719120 Internal or External Search External - Open to all applicants Appointment Full-time Equivalency 1.00 Reports To Position Title Program Operations Director,Sr Target Hourly/Salary Rate $41,820 Pay Level 08 Pay Base Salary Recruitment Summary New Mexico State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution of higher learning accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. An active research university, NMSU anchors the southern end of New Mexico's Rio Grande Research Corridor, exceeding $140 million in research and public service expenditures. NMSU is classified as a Hispanic-serving institution by the federal government with a total minority enrollment over 48%. Home to the state's NASA Space Grant Program, NMSU is located in Las Cruces, which features desert mesas, the farmlands of the Rio Grande Valley, and the Organ Mountains, an extension of the Rocky Mountain chain. The University is committed to building a cultural diverse educational environment. Job Duties and Responsibilities Position manages multiple student projects within the National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation (New Mexico AMP) program. New Mexico AMP serves underrepresented students across the state who are pursuing B.S. degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with research and professional development opportunties, including strong encouragement and support to pursue advanced degrees. Responsibilities include development and coordination of activities and schedules; oversight of student cohorts; extensive interaction with faculty; assessment and evaluation; publication and dissemination of findings; and development of increased funding to expand student support programs and contribute to the renewal proposal for continued funding from NSF. Classification Summary Works on plans and implements a set of program initiatives for a group of projects or clients for operational entity of the University. Participates in the generation of program resources and in the design and development of program operating goals, objectives, and protocols and related tasks. Serves as primary point of both internal and external representation and liaison with respect to program implementation and compliance and operational matters. Provides technical/professional and programmatic support to client constituencies. Classification Standard Duties Programs are usually self-funded and/or grant-funded from a major funding source or series of funding sources. Plans and coordinates the development, implementation, and execution of a set of multiple sub-programs, special projects, and other initiatives designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the program. Oversees and administers all facets of the day-to-day operations of the various programs and activities related to the positions specific disciplines. Serves as primary liaison with internal and external constituencies on all matters relating to program activities; represents the University with respect to program activities on a local, regional, and/or national basis. Plans, develops, and implements strategies for identifying and generating funding and/or resource opportunities for program activities, to include development of grant and other fundraising proposals. Provides and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, related support to clientele within area of program focus; provides day-to-day problem solving as necessary on day-to-day program-related needs and issues. Creates, produces, and delivers a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials related to program activities and initiatives. Oversees and/or coordinates the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data; develops, writes, edits, and presents comprehensive statistical and narrative program reports and evaluations. Participates in the development of operating goals and objectives for the unit; recommends, implements, and administers methods and procedures to enhance operations, as appropriate to the unit. May supervise staff and students to include: work allocation, training,promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls and problem resolution;evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions;motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Knowledge Demonstrated professional knowledge and operational expertise within designated area of program focus. Skills Program planning, development, implementation, and leadership skills. Skill in examining and evaluating operations and developing and/or re-engineering operating strategies, systems, and procedures. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community. Abilities Ability to determine informational needs, to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports. Ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations. Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of clientele and/or media sources. Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Ability to develop and implement funding strategies and programs. Required Education Bachelor's degree in a related field. Required Experience Three (3) years of professional experience related to the standard duties as outlined. Preferred Qualifications Experience in coordinating student support programs preferred. Bi-Lingual Preferred Standard Work Schedule Standard (M-F, 8-5) Physical Work Location State NM-New Mexico Physical Work Location County, if in New Mexico DA-Dona Ana Category: Education , Keywords: Education Program Specialist
NMSU Alliance for Minority Participation
Las Cruces, NM, USA
Full-time
