Inside Higher Ed · 5 days ago
Program Manager - Ed Affairs - Operations
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$74K/yr - $78K/yr
5+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking a Program Manager for the Office of Education Affairs to provide project-based support for academic programs and accreditation activities. The role involves leading efforts to strengthen academic programs, improve data integrity, and implement sustainable structures that support program effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Organize and validate accreditation documentation and evidence
Remediate backlogs in materials required for accreditation or compliance
Build and maintain tracking tools, calendars, and repositories to support accreditation requirements
Coordinate accreditation timelines, deadlines, and program documentation needs
Gather and verify information from faculty and staff to ensure accuracy and completeness
Assess academic program workflows to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and inconsistencies
Develop and implement standardized SOPs, checklists, templates, and job aids to support program operations
Ensure processes align with COM, UF, and accrediting body requirements
Support programs in establishing sustainable and consistent administrative processes
Manage program-related project timelines, milestones, and status reports
Coordinate communication among Educational Affairs, academic programs, faculty, and staff
Monitor progress on program-related projects and provide updates to leadership
Support program activities that require structure, documentation, and coordinated workflows
Develop training materials, handbooks, and program-specific reference guides
Provide informal training or walk-throughs on updated workflows, tools, or program processes
Ensure academic program staff have consistent resources that support daily functions
Support academic programs with program-related projects, redesign efforts, pilots, and emerging needs
Assist with program evaluations, enhancements, and college-wide program support activities
Adapt responsibilities based on evolving academic program priorities
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Experience in higher education academic programs, accreditation support, or program management
Knowledge of accreditation standards (ARC-PA, LCME, SACSCOC, or similar) preferred
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Experience developing SOPs, program workflows, and documentation
Ability to manage complex program timelines and multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with data tracking, program documentation management, and quality assurance
Benefits
Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Generous Retirement Options to secure your future
Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages: (includes over 10 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick and vacation leave)
Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more
Tuition Assistance through the UF Employee Education Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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2006-08-31Series Unknown
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Director, Foundation Partnerships
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