Program Coordinator (Broadband) - University of Houston

Organization

Coordinates and provides senior-level administrative support to an ongoing program at the University.

1. Coordinates program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.
2. Participates in planning and develops methods for program implementation and administration, coordinates program activities and processes.
3. Reviews program records and reports of activities.
4. Recommends modifications to methods or procedures as required.
5. Prepares recurring and ad hoc program reports for management use.
6. Assists in preparing reports, proposals, manuals, and other documentation as required for the program.
7. Participates in budget planning and is responsible for controlling expenditures in accordance with budget allocations for the program.
8. Conducts formal training or gives instruction regarding program policies and procedures.
9. Interacts with faculty, staff and students to promote the goals and objectives of the program.Develops and maintains database on research studies, policy issues, etc. Performs other job-related duties as required.

EEO/AA

Additional Posting Information:

• The position will be located onsite at the University of Houston College of Optometry.
• Typical work week is Monday - Friday during normal business hours (8am – 6pm).
• The position will report to the Associate Dean for Clinical Operations. 
• The position will serve to support clinical operations projects, act as first-line contact for visitors, manage calendars, and will be directly assisting the Associate Dean in day-to-day work.

Standard Attachments:

• Candidates interested in applying for the position must submit the following documents with the application:
• Cover letter describing the manner in which your experience applies to the posting.
• Resume
• Salary History (List employer name, dates, and last salary)
• Three work references, including current and past supervisors. NOTE: We will maintain your confidentiality and notify you in advance of making contact with any of your references. References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

Program Coordinator 1:

High school and No experience

Education: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Experience: No experience required

Program Coordinator 2:

Associates and 1 year experience

Education: Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. Advanced vocational or electronic skills or a basic knowledge of a professional field is required. An Associate's degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months and up to 3 years duration are characteristic of this field. Experience: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors Degree with a minimum 1 year of work related experience
• Has an expert level of Microsoft Excel to utilize to obtain descriptive statistics, create charts and graphs, and to produce reports. Has ability to work independently, to manage projects, review and track contracts with an impeccable ability to use proper grammar and spelling free of errors.
• Partial MHA or MBA course credit or degree preferred.
• Optometry and/or Ophthalmology administrative experience preferred.
• The department is willing to consider education in lieu of experience.

Employee Status

Job Posting