The University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) is seeking a Program Manager and non-tenure-track Lecturer for the Center for Public Safety and Justice (CPSJ). This position plays a pivotal role in supporting the Executive Director and senior program leaders overseeing the Master of Public Safety Program, National Criminal Justice Command College, FBI National Academy Partnership, and other CPSJ initiatives. The Program Manager will drive the growth and development of CPSJ by managing program operations, coordinating research initiatives, assisting with marketing and recruitment efforts, and supporting proposal development. This role will ensure the Center’s success through strong organizational management, strategic stakeholder engagement, and values-driven support for faculty and staff. Additionally, the Program Manager may teach in CPSJ programs as a Lecturer (tenure-ineligible).

Responsibilities include:

Program Management and Support:

Assist the Executive Director in managing and overseeing day-to-day operations of the CPSJ, ensuring smooth coordination across all public safety programs, including the Master of Public Safety (MPS), National Criminal Justice Command College (NCJCC), FBI National Academy (FBINA), and other initiatives.Develop and implement strategies to support the mission and objectives of the CPSJ, focusing on program expansion, partnerships, and alumni engagement.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to plan, execute, and evaluate CPSJ’s educational programs, workshops, and research initiatives.Coordinate with SCPS communications team to coordinate marketing efforts for CPSJ activities, including managing website updates, newsletters, and social media platforms.Support the planning and execution of events (virtual and in person), conferences, and panels, ensuring alignment with CPSJ’s goals and public safety community needs.

Financial and Administrative Oversight:

Manage the operational budget in collaboration with the Executive Director, ensuring alignment with financial goals and identifying funding opportunities.Assist in preparing grant proposals, fundraising efforts (in coordination with the Director of Development), and reports on program outcomes.Coordinates with appropriate teams to track program expenditures, monitor resource allocation, and ensure efficient use of funds.

Research and Development:

Assist the Executive Director in fostering research and fellowship opportunities by coordinating initiatives that promote applied research in public safety and justice.Support the development of new educational and training programs, especially those addressing emerging trends in public safety.Maintain relationships with faculty, advisory boards, and public safety professionals to enhance collaborative research efforts.

Stakeholder Engagement and Outreach:

Build and maintain relationships with public safety leaders, practitioners, and academic partners to expand CPSJ’s network and enhance program visibility. This may be done virtually or by attending key events.Engage with alumni, community organizations, and other key stakeholders to promote CPSJ’s mission of advancing public trust and safety leadership.Assist in establishing partnerships with local, state, and national public safety agencies for joint initiatives and training programs. 

Instruction:

Serve as a lecturer in various programs or courses as necessary.Develop materials to support training and educational initiatives.

Administrative:

Responsible for a wide variety of organizational matters which may evolve.Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Master's degree in a relevant field is required.Four years of relevant experience – Supporting and/or coordinating programs. 
 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Demonstrated success in ensuring effective and timely program implementation that meet school goals.Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff, as well as colleagues, to drive successful outcomes.Ability to develop long-range goals and objectives while simultaneously managing a great deal of detail across multiple projects and tasks.Demonstrated fiscal management and budget planning skills.Strong written and oral communication skills.Awareness of, respect for, and adherence to University of Virginia and SCPS policies and procedures (e.g., accreditation requirements, SCPS internal requirements, University contractual requirements, etc.). Office 365 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Strong communication ability and demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders.Canvas, Zoom, MS Teams / Slack 

About the Position:

The anticipated hiring for this position is $80,000.00 - 90,000.00 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, exempt level, benefited position operating during regular business hours, but with the occasional need to work outside traditional business hours to attend events, conferences, or industry gatherings. Flexibility exists to adjust your schedule while fulfilling duties and responsibilities. This position is fully remote with occasional requirements to support programs on Grounds, in Richmond, Quantico, Northern Virginia or other locations. Visit here for more information on the benefits of working at UVA. Employees’ benefits package highlights include:

22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time offParental and Community Service LeaveHealth plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediatelyRetirement benefitsTuition and professional development benefits after the first six months of employmentEmployee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

To Apply:

The preferred deadline for applications is November 7, 2024, however, the position will remain open until filled. Please use “Apply Now” to access the application, search for R0066452. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching ‘Find Jobs.’ Complete an application online with the following documents: 

ResumeCover letter 

 

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

Physical Demands:

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.