Description:

Directs an ongoing university program to ensure that prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with its mission and/or specified objectives. Prepares short- and long-term goals and objectives.

1. Plans, develops and administers methods, strategies and procedures for meeting program objectives; directs and oversees the daily activities of staff members.
2. Prepares and monitors the annual budget and ensures that expenditures are within budget allocation.
3. Directs and coordinates personally, or through subordinate personnel, activities concerned with carrying out the objectives of the program.
4. Directs the preparation of and reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objectives; modifies or changes methodology as required to redirect activities and attains objectives.
5. Analyzes trends within program areas, maintaining expert awareness of program information and change needs.
6. Formulates, implements, and maintains appropriate policies and procedures concerning program administration.
7. Manages and administers grant for program, including meetings, communication coordination, scholarships and other operations.
8. May prepare or participate in the preparation of proposals to obtain grants from state and federal agencies, and private foundation sponsors.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ:

Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical 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 from a 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 three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for academic, and industry-engagement programs, ensuring alignment with the institution’s mission and priorities.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with industry partners, including corporations, government agencies, professional associations, and community organizations to support collaborative projects, internships, and workforce initiatives.
• Lead planning and execution of events and experiential learning activities, such as industry summits, workshops, speaker series, technical demonstrations, sitetours, and student-industry networking events.
• Manage program budgets, contracts, and resource allocation, ensuring fiscal responsibility, accurate reporting, and efficient use of funds for programs, events, and marketing initiatives.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through data collection, assessment tools, stakeholder feedback, and performance metrics, and use findings to drive continuous improvement.
• Represent the institution and programs at internal and external meetings, industry conferences, and community events, serving as a primary liaison for energy sector collaborations.

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

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.