Program Manager

Overview

Lubbock

Program Manager

43573

Risk Intervention and Safety ED

Position Description

Designs, implements and manages an assigned program. Typical duties can include but are not limited to:
Identify funding opportunities, conduct program assessments, prepare program reports, oversee and manage program marketing and communications, manage program databases, supervise program staff, plan research activities, coordinate program events, participate in strategic planning, manage program files, establish program standards and objectives, direct logistical activities to promote the success of programs, develop and implement project timelines and ensures deadlines are met, oversee program budget, ensure goals and objectives of grants are met, assists in proposal writing, comply and analyze program statistics.

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.

The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:
Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas.

Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

The Risk Intervention and Safety Education (RISE) department at Texas Tech University is dedicated to promoting student well-being through education, outreach, and advocacy. This position supports RISE's substance use prevention efforts by equipping students with tools for making informed decisions about alcohol and other drugs, reducing harm, and accessing campus support resources.

• Alcohol and Other Drug
  
  Education:
  
  Lead the planning, implementation, and assessment of substance use prevention and harm-reduction programs. This includes events such as National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week, Safe Spring Break, and other campus initiatives.
• Student Coaching and Intervention: Meet with students one-on-one to provide personalized, non-clinical coaching regarding their alcohol or drug use. Utilize motivational interviewing strategies to support behavior change and connect students to appropriate resources.
• Wellness
  
  Coaching:
  
  Provide individualized, strengths-based wellness coaching to students grounded in the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. Utilize motivational interviewing strategies to support goal setting, behavior change, and skill development, and connect students to appropriate campus and community resources as needed.
• Campus
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work with Student Conduct, Student Health Services, University Housing, the Counseling Center, and other departments to promote coordinated prevention efforts and student referrals.
• Program Evaluation and Reporting: Collect and analyze data related to student engagement, program effectiveness, and behavioral outcomes. Use data to inform program development and provide reports to…