Position InformationPosting NumberSRGV7966Working TitlePROGRAM MANAGER / ASSISTANT DIRECTOR GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS (Open Rank)Number of Vacancies1LocationMcAllen, TexasDepartmentGovernmental RelationsFTE1.0FLSAExemptScope of JobTo perform advanced program administration, development, and coordination in support of the government relations functions for UTRGV . Responsible for all phases of program development and coordination of program activities.Description of Duties
Administers, coordinates and manages activities involved in assigned program in support of government relations.
Develops and implements standards for attainment of program goals and objectives. Maintains frequent interaction with University departments, special groups and external agencies and organizations.
Works with stakeholders to implement and support internships at the state and local level.
Collaborates on government relations strategy with other relevant stakeholders, including Colleges, state and national associations, student organizations, Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development Corporations and government relations staff from other agencies and industry.
Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of program activities.
Coordinates staff training and development.
May provide guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedures written material and documentation.
Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
Oversees financial management of all program activities.
Determines work priorities.
Works on special projects as assigned.
Attends professional development seminars.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS
Identifies and tracks federal and state legislation and city and county actions that are relevant to the university, including the medical school.
Supports government relations strategy with other relevant stakeholders, including Colleges, state and national associations, student organizations and government relations staff from other agencies and industry.
Engages constituents inside and outside the University in support of the university’s government relations agenda as assigned by the Director or other leadership.
Assists in the coordination of meetings with federal and state legislators, agencies, medical school dean, county commissioners, city officials, economic development offices and others relating to federal/national, state, city and county matters impacting university.
Supports the Director in the management of the department.
Serves on special committees, projects, and task forces as assigned, including those that benefit the School of Medicine as well as the general academic unit.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Supervision ReceivedGeneral direction from the assigned supervisor.Supervision GivenSupervisory responsibility as required.Required EducationBachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited University.Preferred EducationMaster’s Degree in a related field from an accredited University.Licenses/CertificationsNone.Required Experience
Five (5) years of experience performing closely related duties, including program planning/coordination or related experience in the appropriate field of the program,or
Three (3) years of the required experience with a Master’s degree,or
Seven (7) years of the required experience with an Associate Degree or 60 hours of College Credit,or
Nine (9) years of the required experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred ExperienceExperience in contract negotiations.EquipmentUse of standard office equipment.Working ConditionsNeeds to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office environment: some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.OtherAbility to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Independentdecision-making and problem-solving ability.Physical CapabilitiesN/AEmployment CategoryFull-TimeMinimum SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosted SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosition Available Date12/16/2024Grant Funded PositionNoIf Yes, Provide Grant Expiration DatePosting Detail InformationEEO StatementIt is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.Special Instructions to ApplicantsDear Applicant,Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:Date of BirthGenderEthnicity/RacePlease make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.Additional InformationUTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/45481Posting Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Are you a current UTRGV employee?
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Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
Please select your highest level of completed education.
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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3
Certifications and Licenses
Training Certificates
Other Document
List of 3 References
Unofficial Transcripts 2
Unofficial Transcripts 3
Letter of Interest
Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
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