2025-07-04
University of Pittsburgh
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15260
United States
Program Manager Ridgway Center
The Program Manager will oversee the daily operations of the Ridgway Center, coordinate programs, events, and contribute to strategic planning. This role involves close collaboration with faculty, students, and external partners to design and implement impactful programming, while ensuring efficient administrative support.
The Program Manager will be responsible for all event logistics - planning, promotion, and execution - and manage internal and external communications including website updates and social media. The Program Manager will oversee the Center's budget & expenditures. In partnership with Dean's Office staff they will support the submission of grants and research proposals. The Program Manager will be the point of contact for student working groups and student employees. The Program Manager will identify and implement opportunities to increase the efficiency of Center operations.
The Ideal Candidate will have excellent organizational and communication skills, be able to work independently with precision and discretion, and experience with digital tools - social media, websites, databases. This role requires strong administrative support skills and the ability to take initiative. Knowledge of University policies and procedures is preferred. This position requires a Bachelors degree and Three years of relevant administrative and/or professional experience required (post-grad). A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of education and/or experience.
Performs all administrative and operational functions of a program. Coordinates all program events and personnel and provides services directly to customers. Develops and implements program policies and procedures. Performs budgetary functions and oversees media communications, website updates, and newsletters.
Performs all administrative and operational functions for the Ridgway Center. Coordinates all programming and events provides services directly to stakeholders. Develops and implements program policies and procedures in collaboration with SPIA and University standards. Performs budgetary functions and oversees media communications, website updates, and newsletters.
Little physical effort required.
Duties are primarily sedentary.
May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
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