University of Vermont
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The University of Vermont is hiring a Program Manager to provide program planning and project management for Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) credit and non-credit programs. The role involves coordinating with faculty, staff, and departments to manage course feasibility, market research, budgeting, scheduling, logistical support, and overall program delivery, while leading project teams for curricular initiatives.
Highlights
- Manage program planning and project execution for PACE credit and non-credit programs, including online and on-campus offerings.
- Collaborate with faculty, instructional staff, and campus departments on course development, market research, enrollments, budgeting, and assessment.
- Develop planning timelines, manage resources, and oversee instructional documentation and support services.
- Lead project teams to define curriculum scope, budget, marketing strategies, and project timelines.
- Use project management software such as Smartsheet and learning management systems like Brightspace.
- Utilize marketing and CRM tools including Salesforce to support program promotion and sales practices.
- Require a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience in academic program planning and administration.
- Strong skills needed in project management, communication, budgeting, data reporting, and teamwork.
- Desirable qualifications include familiarity with adult learner needs and online learning best practices.
- Compensation ranges from $53,000 to $63,000 annually, with eligibility for hybrid work and union membership (UVMSU).
Program Manager Full Description
Program Manager
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Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title | Program Manager
Posting Summary | Provide program planning and project management for Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) credit and non-credit programs and courses, including online and on-campus programming. Work with PACE program team colleagues, faculty and instructional staff, and campus departments regarding feasibility, market research, course enrollments and assessment, budgeting and planning. Develop planning timelines, determine and schedule internal and external resources, and plan all aspects of instructional documentation, process and support. Oversee logistical coordination, program delivery, information flow and support services. Lead project teams for specific curricular initiatives. Work with faculty to develop/identify curricula; establish project scope, budget and timeline; work with marketing team on identifying the audience and marketing initiatives; and overall project management. General supervision received from Manager, Program Portfolio.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 2-4 years related experience to include working with professionals in academic program planning and administration in higher education setting, or equivalent combination. Effective project management, written, oral and interpersonal communication skills required, Attention to detail required. Commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results. Knowledge of marketing strategy and planning; experience with online learning technology, project management software (e.g. Smartsheet), and learning management systems (e.g. Brightspace); web tools and sales practices using CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce) required. Competency with data reporting, budgeting, and project management tools required. Competent in standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheet management, and email communication tools. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team environment required.
Desirable Qualifications | Familiarity with the educational needs of adult learners is highly desirable. Understanding of principles of best practices related to online learning and teaching is highly desirable.
Anticipated Pay Range | $53,000 to $63,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU
Posting Summary | Provide program planning and project management for Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) credit and non-credit programs and courses, including online and on-campus programming. Work with PACE program team colleagues, faculty and instructional staff, and campus departments regarding feasibility, market research, course enrollments and assessment, budgeting and planning. Develop planning timelines, determine and schedule internal and external resources, and plan all aspects of instructional documentation, process and support. Oversee logistical coordination, program delivery, information flow and support services. Lead project teams for specific curricular initiatives. Work with faculty to develop/identify curricula; establish project scope, budget and timeline; work with marketing team on identifying the audience and marketing initiatives; and overall project management. General supervision received from Manager, Program Portfolio.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 2-4 years related experience to include working with professionals in academic program planning and administration in higher education setting, or equivalent combination. Effective project management, written, oral and interpersonal communication skills required, Attention to detail required. Commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results. Knowledge of marketing strategy and planning; experience with online learning technology, project management software (e.g. Smartsheet), and learning management systems (e.g. Brightspace); web tools and sales practices using CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce) required. Competency with data reporting, budgeting, and project management tools required. Competent in standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheet management, and email communication tools. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team environment required.
Desirable Qualifications | Familiarity with the educational needs of adult learners is highly desirable. Understanding of principles of best practices related to online learning and teaching is highly desirable.
Anticipated Pay Range | $53,000 to $63,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date | 02/23/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No
Job Open Date | 02/23/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No
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The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title | Project/Prgm Mgmt PC2 X
Posting Number | S5965PO
Department | PACE - Administration/50100
Position Number | 019551
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
Posting Number | S5965PO
Department | PACE - Administration/50100
Position Number | 019551
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
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