Basic Function: The Program Manager will work closely with various departments within the university to ensure that research needs are met and that the budget and grants management remain aligned with BERC mission and goals.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Develop and manage the program budget and grants, ensuring that all expenditures are

within the given budget and grant constraints.

● Submitting contracts and purchase orders

● Manage staff onboarding, including hiring, training, and evaluating personnel in the

program as needed

● Review and analyze data from various sources to ensure the effectiveness of research

programs and make recommendations for changes and improvements

● Participate in the development and implementation of center-wide policies, initiatives,

and strategic plans regarding academic programs

● Process expenses and reimbursements

● Schedule room reservations

● Be responsible for travel and lodging arrangements and requests

● Coordinate with various departments and organizations within the university to promote

rapport and collaboration

● Manage the BERC calendar

● Manage BERC website, email account, and other external communications

● Manage and track research and community-based projects

● Contribute social media content

Minimum Qualifications:
● A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education, business administration, or a related
field is required.
● At least five years of experience in academic program management or a related field
● Demonstrated experience in budget development, management, and office
administration

Preferred Qualifications:
● A Master's degree is preferred.
● Previous experience working with TC systems and operations
● Experience with Banner, ChromeRiver, and UniMarket

Salary Range:

$69,000- $87,000

Work Modality:

Hybrid

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

The salary range reflects the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for the position at the time of the job posting.  Salary decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to market and organizational considerations, experience, and qualifications of a selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.

Our benefits contribute significantly to the total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans; flexible and hybrid work schedules; tuition remission; life insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; an exceptional employer retirement matching program; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, and a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

If you would like to request any disability related accommodations to complete the job application or to participate in the interview process, please email:[email protected].

Hybrid/Remote

Teachers College maintains a hybrid work environment, which provides employees with flexible work arrangements, while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person college-campus culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite or in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days). Employees are expected to live within a 150-mile radius of the College.  

We will consider qualified candidates that reside beyond this radius based on the responsibilities and duties expected of the position.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

About Teachers College, Columbia University

Teachers College, Columbia University, is the oldest and largest graduate school of education in the United States, and also perennially ranked among the nation's best. Its name notwithstanding, the College is committed to a vision of education writ large, encompassing our four core areas of expertise: health, education, leadership and psychology.

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