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Overview

(Hybrid) Program Manager- Family and Community Development

The Department of Family and Community Development is accepting applications for a Program Manager at West Virginia University Extension Services. This position is responsible for working with a team to plan, implement, and evaluate relationship education programming delivered by WVU Extension through a partnership with the WV Department of Human Services. This role will serve as a central administrative coordinator of statewide efforts led by the Principal Investigator.

What Youll Do

• Program development and planning: Review, maintain, and/or develop program materials as needed for outreach efforts; develop and/or revise program implementation guides for coordinators delivering relationship education across the state; establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders; facilitate communication with partners within West Virginia and across the U.S. to support partner planning and development of shared efforts; foster collaboration among stakeholders to align with ongoing initiatives.
• Program coordination: Coordinate regular project team meetings to facilitate communication among Extension faculty/staff; maintain records of program activities, successes, and challenges to inform future program development; support the project team in planning, implementation, and evaluation of relationship education programming (virtually and in-person); facilitate statewide and regional tracking of direct education efforts.
• Program evaluation and reporting: Track and maintain program data to ensure thorough and accurate evaluation; facilitate communication with partners to collect data; organize and maintain surveys, focus group templates, and other documents; work with project teams to analyze evaluation data; develop program reports for internal use and for program partners; support the development of required reports for private and public funders.
• Qualifications and capabilities: Bachelors Degree; minimum of two years of experience in program coordination/management; experience in a higher education setting preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and other standard platforms; equivalent combinations of education and/or experience will be considered; all qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple tasks.
• Resource management, meeting facilitation, and partnership/relationship development skills.
• Assertiveness and conflict resolution to maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Basic computer skills for data input/output, electronic communication, and accessing programming resources.
• Ability to clearly articulate concepts to broad and diverse audiences; ability to keep accurate records and reports for grant management and partnership development; ability to recruit program clientele and resources; ability to work in a team environment; ability to travel independently by automobile as needed; ability to participate in educational programs or professional development that require travel and/or overnight stays.

Requirements

• Valid Drivers License

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
• 18 sick days per year for illness, caregiving, or medical appointments
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match; eligibility to continue health insurance; other retiree perks
• Wellness programs

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our impact on the state and are committed to the growth of our employees. WVU offers a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values are service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation. Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.