Program Manager, Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy Programs

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

1. Position Information

Title: Program Manager, Marriage and Family Therapy Masters and Doctoral Programs

Department: School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (SEBS)

Exempt, Full Time

1. Position Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management/operations and administrative support for their assigned programs. The Program Manager must maintain a professional and courteous demeanor in their interactions with internal and external stakeholders, be highly ethical and possess the ability to maintain confidentiality.

1. Reports to

Direct Report to: Director of Marriage and Family Therapy Programs (MS-MFT and DMFT)

Indirect Report to: Dean of SEBS

1. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Director with overseeing and managing both program functions, including the oversight of day-to-day operations, office management, student support, admission and recruitment-related activities, and data management as related to program review, program assessment, and accreditation.
• Manage program data and reports, including enrollment data, program evaluations, and outcome assessments.
• Coordinate program events, including orientations, workshops, and networking events to promote a graduate culture.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to ensure the program meets the needs of students and achieving its program goals and learning outcomes.
• Assist in supporting adjunct instructor onboarding and coordination.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including alumni, and community partners.
• Support student success by assisting the Program Director with academic advising and other resources.
• Assist the Program Director in developing and managing program budgets, including tracking expenses and ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Additional Duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive.  Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.

1. Education and Experience

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years in an administrative role

Preferred

• Master’s degree in human services/healthcare, psychology, counseling, business administration, or related field.
• Experience working in a college or university environment

1. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university
• Must be able to navigate the Internet and possess knowledge of common office equipment. 

1. Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills.  Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

1. Other Requirements

• This is a full time, exempt position. Forty hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required.  Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and have a varying schedule when required
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal

1. Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.  Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.