Program Manager - AI Initiatives

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S07381P Position Title Program Manager - AI Initiatives Functional Title Department Management Salary Range $75,000 Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 11/13/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled No Desired Start Date 12/01/2026 Job Summary

The Program Manager will serve as the primary operational lead for the FIPSE-funded "UTD/Uplift: Future Ready AI Collaborative" project. This position will drive grant initiatives, ensure strategic plan milestones are met, and manage project deadlines. The Program Manager will serve as the central liaison between the Naveen Jindal School of Management (JSOM), the Department of Education, and other project constituents. Key responsibilities include financial oversight, task management, and ownership of all grant-mandated deliverables.

The ideal candidate will have a strong, demonstrated record of managing large, complex projects, with the ability to effectively manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and solve problems as they arise. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, a positive and collaborative approach, and a high level of professionalism in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree. Five (5) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Three to five years of experience in program management, higher education administration, or a field relevant to the grant's scope.
• Extensive, demonstrated project management experience leading large, complex projects from start to finish, with specific examples of scope, stakeholders, timelines, and outcomes.
• Prior experience managing federal grants.
• Familiarity with AI and technology initiatives in an academic or corporate setting.
• Experience with UTD financial systems and reporting tools.
• Formal project management training or certification, such as PMP, CAPM, or equivalent.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategic Execution: Drive and implement the core initiatives outlined in the FIPSE grant strategic plan.
• Project Governance: Manage task assignments, track progress against deadlines, and ensure compliance with Department of Education reporting requirements.
• Multi-Project Management: Oversee multiple concurrent projects and workstreams. Maintain accurate tracking of deliverables, milestones, and responsible parties to ensure all requirements are completed.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal UTD faculty, Uplift Education partners, and industry constituents to maintain project alignment. Provide clear, timely, and professional written and verbal communication.
• Operational Excellence: Develop and maintain efficient workflows, schedules, and accountability systems to support day-to-day project operations.
• Problem Solving: Identify risks and issues early, analyze root causes, and implement practical solutions to keep projects on track.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor grant expenditures, manage budget allocations, and coordinate with the JSOM fiscal office to ensure financial integrity.
• Deliverable Ownership: Prepare and compile annual performance reports, project-specific metrics, and final strategic deliverables for the PI and federal agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Independent Expertise: Strong professional judgment and subject-matter expertise with the ability to work independently. Ability to use technology and AI tools to complement professional expertise, rather than as a substitute for independent thinking, writing, analysis, or decision-making.
• Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, discretion, and courtesy when working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Positive and Collaborative Approach: Ability to maintain a positive, solution-focused, and collaborative approach, particularly under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Strong organizational, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to consistently meet commitments while managing multiple priorities.
• Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously while accurately tracking deliverables, deadlines, dependencies, stakeholders, and workstreams.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports and correspondence and confidently present to varied audiences.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information

This position is jointly funded by UT Dallas and a Department of Education grant. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The initial appointment is through December 2029, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance.

Work Notice:

Work will be performed on-site and in person.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

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Special Instructions Summary Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214