Program Operations Manager at samford

Location: Homewood, Alabama
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Jul 23, 2026

Description

This is an 11-month Program Operations Manager position reporting to the Executive Director for Faculty Success. The manager will lead logistical and budgetary operations for the Faculty Success Center, managing awards and internal grants. Responsibilities include overseeing program execution, event logistics, administrative support for affiliated units like Instructional Design and Grants & Sponsored Programs, tracking expenditures, organizing records, and assisting with various campus systems.

Required Skills

Budget Management
Logistical Leadership
Administrative Support
Event Logistics

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Five (5) years of experience in administrative assistant/office management.
Three (3) years of experience in administrative assistant/office management.
Experience with budget management.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of and willingness to learn software packages and data-based systems, and proficiency with MS Office tools.
Strong reading, writing, and editing skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and possess strong attention to detail.
Dependability, flexibility, and adaptability.
Excellent time management and ability to multitask.
Demonstrated diplomacy in interactions with diverse stakeholder groups.
Service-mindedness, providing concierge-like support to various stakeholders.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality in sensitive matters.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work with diverse constituents.
Possession of strong organizational skills.
Maintaining a professional image consistent with the division's standards.
Familiarity with Samford University culture.
Familiarity and experience with Samford IT systems and applications (i.e., iContracts, Banner, Spend Clarity, ARGOS, Ad Astra SPACES, EvE, etc.).