Position Information
Posting Number SRGV6807Working Title DIRECTOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS Number of Vacancies 1 Location Edinburg, Texas Department B3 Institute FTE 1 FLSA Exempt Scope of Job
To manage the operation of an assigned grant funded program or project, exercising independent judgment and authority as required. Responsible for all phases of the assigned project of PUENTES: A Cultural Wealth Model for Student Success.
Description of Duties
• Supervises the personnel and day to day activities of a program or project.
• Coordinates the various activities of the program / project.
• Prepares, maintains, and monitors program/project budget.
• Investigates grant opportunities and drafts proposals and applications.
• Develops long and short-term programs.
• Represents program/project in official functions. Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program's mission and goal.
• Supervises and organizes seminars, conferences, and presentations.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the program.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
Supervises assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in field related to Social Justice, Criminal Justice, Mexican American studies and Organizational Leadership.
Preferred Education
Masters degree in field related to program or project.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Five (5) years experience in field related to program or project and one (1) year supervisory experience.
Preferred Experience
Experience working with community organizers such as LUPE, ARISE and other community organizations as well as local school districts. Demonstrates leadership success in community organization work.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and audio/visual equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Must be able to move between buildings, stoop, bend, lift and reach to set up for workshops, seminars, and presentations. Must be able to travel to local sites for workshops, seminars, and presentations.
Other
Must have ability to work under pressure, solve problems, and negotiate. Must possess excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills. Normally usual office environment; particular program or project may require ability to drive a car for local or distant travel for consultation, training, or meetings. May be required to be available for evening and weekend special events. Ability to meet deadlines and reporting requirements. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and cultivate relationships with a diverse group of constituents and community organizer.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 07/03/2023 Grant Funded Position Yes If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date 09/30/2028
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EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
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Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the Chief Human Resources Officer.
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