Cougar Parent & Family Engagement Center Program Manager II

Department
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Cougar Parents & Family Center Salary
: 49,400 - 56,200

Description
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Manages the day-to-day operations of a large university programor department, including the supervision of staff employees,student workers, programs or processes.

• 1. Plans and develops procedures for administering a large orcomplex department or program.
• 2. Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis.
• 3. Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
• 4. Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals,operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
• 5. Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
• 6. May administer grants and grant-related related communications,scholarships and other operations.
• 7. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
• 8. May serve as property custodian for the department.
• 9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ:

Education:

Requires a thorough understanding of boththeoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree froma college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience:

Requires a minimum of one (1) year ofdirectly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing:

None.

- Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

The Program Manager II serves as a key member of the Cougar Parent& Family Engagement Center (CPFEC) and provides programmaticleadership for initiatives supporting parenting students and the families and supporters of University of Houston students.

Reporting to the Associate Director, this position develops,implements, coordinates, and assesses programs and services that strengthen student success, belonging, family engagement, and connection to the University.

As a member of a growing office, the Program Manager II will help develop programs, strengthen processes, cultivate campuspartnerships, identify emerging needs, and contribute to thecontinued growth of CPFEC. The ideal candidate demonstratesinitiative, creativity, collaboration, adaptability,accountability, and a genuine commitment to the populations servedby the Center.

• Develop, coordinate, and assess programs, workshops, meetups, and community-building opportunities for parenting students.
• Support signature initiatives including Parenting Student Graduation and other emerging parenting student programs.
• Develop and maintain resources related to childcare, lactationsupport, financial resources, academic support, campus services,and community resources.
• Promote awareness and utilization of CPFEC resources, including the Coog Cubs Diaper Depot, Coog Cubs Closet, and Cougar Lactation Support Stations.
• Connect parenting students with appropriate university and community resources and referral pathways.
• Collaborate with campus partners to provide education and resourceawareness regarding support and protections available to pregnantand parenting students.
• Develop opportunities for peer connection, mentorship, leadership,and community among parenting students.

• Develop and coordinate programs that engage parents, families,caregivers, chosen family, and other student supporters.
• Provide programmatic leadership for signature initiativesincluding Family Weekend and Fam Fest.
• Coordinate educational sessions, webinars, social programs,orientation programming, and other family engagement opportunities throughout the academic year.
• Develop virtual engagement opportunities for families andsupporters who may not regularly participate in on-campus programming.
• Collaborate with UH Coog Moms and campus partners on programs and initiatives supporting Cougar families.
• Identify emerging family and supporter needs and recommend new programs, resources, and engagement strategies.

• Develop annual programming plans, timelines, goals, and measurable outcomes for assigned areas.
• Coordinate program logistics including registration, facilities, vendors, volunteers, supplies, communications, and accessibility needs.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with campus departments, student organizations, and community partners.
• Collect and analyze participation, engagement, and assessment data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
• Prepare program reports, maintain program documentation, and contribute to the development of sustainable office procedures and practices.
• Support program-related communications through Cougar Family Connect/CampusESP and other university communication platforms.
• Manage assigned program budgets and expenditures in accordance with university policies.
• Represent…