Crimson Scholars Program Manager - 528151 at InsideHigherEd

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $56,600 - Midpoint: $73,600 (Salaried E9)Department/Organization: 200019 - Capstone Center for Student SuccessNormal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings & weekends as necessaryJob Summary: The Crimson Scholars Program Manager plans, develops, executes, and assesses the daily administration and operation of the Crimson Scholars program. Supports a broad commitment to first-year student success. Serves students through large-scale programs and targeted retention initiatives, including communication efforts for case management of student participants. Develops partnerships with campus departments and community organizations to provide resources to students and enhance student success program offerings for both the academic and social transition of first-year students. Manages provided program budgets and provides supervision for professional staff and undergraduate employees.Additional Department Summary: Implements Crimson Scholars in UA First to support the success of first-year students. Completes required training related to UA policies/procedures and laws/regulations that create a more hospitable and respectful workplace and safer work environment. Has accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for following and enforcing internal processes and controls as outlined in UA policies and procedures.Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of experience.Skills and Knowledge: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong case management skills. Strong program development and assessment skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks/programs. Ability to form strong relationships with both students and other professional staff members.Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Social Work, or Counseling. Experience with program development experience. Experience with first year experience programs or experience working with under served students in higher education. Case management experience. Supervisory experience (student supervision acceptable). Experience in student recruitment, program curriculum development, professional supervision, and assessment.Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.