The UNM-Valencia Campus is seeking a Program Manager for the Next Steps: Adult Education Program.
This is a grant funded position with current funding through 06/30/2027, with the expectation that funding will renew through 06/30/28.
Under indirect supervision, The Program Manager provides leadership and oversight for the daily operations of the Adult Education Program, ensuring the effective delivery of programs and services that support student success. This position coordinates program activities, oversees student admissions and testing, and supervises full-time staff and part-time instructors by assigning work, supporting professional development, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.
The Program Manager writes, manages, and reports on multiple grants; develops and oversees complex program budgets; and ensures grant objectives, milestones, and reporting requirements are met in accordance with funding requirements. The position monitors expenditures, supports annual grant and fiscal year transitions, and ensures responsible stewardship of program resources.
The role also collects, analyzes, and reports program data to support decision-making, continuous improvement, and compliance with institutional and external reporting requirements. In addition, the Program Manager builds collaborative partnerships, represents the Adult Education program in state-level leadership activities, serves on committees, and works with internal and external stakeholders to advance program initiatives and strengthen services for students and the community.
Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia county, the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch campus of the University of New Mexico which functions as a community college in the region and is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers academic transfer programs, technical vocational programs, Adult Basic Education, and Dual Credit High School/College courses to Valencia and Socorro Counties.
UNM offers a robust benefits package, access to resources, and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a work-life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more. UNM has earned the platinum-level distinction from FamilyFriendlyNM.org for its workplace policies.
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