University of Utah
Operations Program Managers
🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $65K - $75K
💻 Project Management
🗓️ October 8th, 2025
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University of Utah is hiring Operations Program Managers. The role involves providing administrative support in the Dean's Office, managing faculty support, policy and processes, and driving multiple interconnected operations projects to align teams and deliver strategic benefits. The position emphasizes project management, cross-department collaboration, risk management, and prioritizing tasks to meet objectives with moderate supervision.
Highlights
- Provide administrative support within the Dean's Office and CSBS.
- Manage faculty support, policy compliance, processes, and project management.
- Drive university strategy, align teams, and implement successful programs for university growth.
- Act as liaison between departments to facilitate collaboration and understanding.
- Organize, track projects, manage risks, escalations, and prioritize tasks.
- Maintain compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
- Document and report to support decision-making and compliance.
- Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus 4 years or Master's degree plus 2 years of related work experience; equivalency accepted.
- Preferred familiarity with University policies and procedures related to academic affairs.
- Compensation ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 annually.
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| Open Date | 10/07/2025 |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | PRN43269B |
| Job Title | Operations Program Managers |
| Working Title | Operations Program Managers, II |
| Career Progression Track | P00 |
| Track Level | P2 - Developing |
| FLSA Code | Administrative |
| Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
| Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
| Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
| Shift | Day |
| Work Schedule Summary | Primarily M-F, 8:00-5:00pm |
| VP Area | Academic Affairs |
| Department | 00129 - Social & Behav Science-Dean |
| Location | Campus |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Type of Recruitment | Internal to the University |
| Pay Rate Range | $65,000 to $75,000 |
| Close Date | 11/14/2025 |
| Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | 10/14/2025 |
| Job Summary | Operations Program Managers, II This individual will provide administrative support in the Dean’s Office. They will be assigned to support with various projects and administrative needs within the CSBS. This will include but not be limited to faculty support, policy and processes, project management, etc. Drive university strategy, align teams, and deliver on multiple interconnected operations projects. Work to initiate successful programs that drive strategic benefits and university growth. Define and oversee a list of dependent projects needed to reach the program’s overall goals. Enlist teams, implement strategies, and measure performance. Act as liaison between various departments, facilitating cross-team collaboration and understanding. Organize and track projects, proactively manage risks, manage project escalations, prioritize tasks, and meet specific objectives. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conduct work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget. |
| Responsibilities | Operations Program Manager, II Policy & Procedure Compliance: Identify and follow relevant institutional policies and procedures to ensure operational integrity. Process Development: Design, implement, and refine administrative workflows. Cross-Unit Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders to align operations, share best practices, and support cross-functional initiatives. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records and compile reports to support decision-making and compliance requirements. Information Synthesis: Locate, analyze, and summarize key data and insights for leadership. Operational Support: Provide timely and responsive support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and contribute to long-term success. |
| Minimum Qualifications | EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Operations Program Manager, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience. |
| Preferences | Familiarity with University policies and procedures related to academic affairs. |
| Type | Benefited Staff |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Additional Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA) 383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite Salt Lake City, UT 84112 801-581-8365 oeo@utah.edu Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300. The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
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What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
- 14 years or more
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
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Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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