Senior Program Manager-College of Sciences, Chemistry

Position Information

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Salary Range: $58,000-$61,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 07/28/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Details

Job Summary

The Senior Program Manager manages the daily operations and logistics of one or more major programs. This role is responsible for scheduling, planning, coordinating, and administering major programs.

Core Responsibilities

• Develops and manages the scheduling of programs and special events, such as recruiting events, seminars, professional development events, retreats, etc.
• Develops and manages the production of program materials (including departmental website pertaining to graduate programs), ensuring quality and timelines are maintained.
• Works with supervisor on new program initiatives, to ensure that professional and efficient operation of programs is being met. Develops and implements standards for attainment of program goals and objectives in consultation with the GARs and Graduate Curriculum Committees.
• Coordinates program agreements between the department/College/Graduate School and both teaching and research faculty, corporate clients, and current and past students.
• Assists department/college leadership team when submitting proposals for program development and program events. Maintains accurate record keeping pertaining to student success and progress for the MS and PhD program, including alumni. Authors reports analyzing departmental data in comparison to peer departments.
• Develops and manages program budgets, ensuring program accounts remain within budget. Performs purchasing, invoicing, and account reconciliations. Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of program activities.
• Manages staff for program operations and logistics. Interfaces directly with MS and PhD students to assist with advancement and solving problems that arise. Assists the Chemistry Graduate Student Organization with their activities and approval. Liaises and advocates for students in dealings with department and college leadership, and the graduate school.
• Administers activities of M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs in Chemistry, including exam and activity scheduling, graduate course enrollment, degree auditing, recruitment efforts and program evaluation.
• Conducts information sessions for programs, follows up, and tracks conversion rates.
• Acts as a representative of the department during all programs, membership associations, and conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in a related field.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Independent decision-making
• Problem-solving ability
• Tact, diplomacy, and judgment
• Able to develop and implement goals and objectives
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of program management techniques and methods

Working Conditions

• Office environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally. Exerts up to 30 lbs. of force occasionally.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.