Program Manager

Overview

Job no: 538467 | Work type:
Staff Full-Time |

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) | Categories:
Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Grant or Research Administration | Department:  - HS-HAMILTON SCHOOL ADMIN

Classification

Title:

Program Manager

• A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Manages day-to-day operations of the Primary Source/CCE grant, including timelines, milestones, partner engagement, documentation, reporting coordination, and compliance support. Assists with implementation strategies, program development, and evaluation.

Strategic & Executive Support:
Supports the Director in planning and executing strategic initiatives, prepares briefing materials, conducts background coordination, represents the Director when requested, manages calendar priorities, travel support, scheduling of key engagements, and ensures follow-through on initiatives.

Serves as a professional representative of the Hamilton School in meetings, events, conferences, and partnership activities. Assists with outreach communications, relationship building, and coordination with schools, faculty, community stakeholders, state partners, and national collaborators.

Administrative & Operational Support:
Coordinates meetings, documentation, logistics, procurement assistance, event support, and process organization. Maintains records and supports efficiency and continuity of operations.

UF context information and location: UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land‑grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North‑Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, within a 2‑hour drive to major metro areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville).

The region offers year‑round outdoor activities and cultural amenities. Alachua County schools include magnet and international baccalaureate programs. Learn more about Gainesville at Visit Gainesville.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Employment benefits include:

• Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.
• Retirement Options:
  Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
• Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, maternity/paternity leave and leave payouts.

• Experience with grant or program management
• Experience in education, civics, academic outreach, or public sector initiatives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage competing priorities
• Experience representing an organization in professional settings
• Familiarity with university environments

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

No

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Advertised: 23 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time | Applications close: 30 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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