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College/Department Information
At the College of Nursing, we champion and nurture individual student success while providing a rigorous but accessible education that prepares you for the nursing workplace, academia and leadership as you progress throughout your career. You'll be encouraged, challenged and supported whether pursuing an entry-level bachelor's or master's degree or a doctor of nursing practice or Ph.D. degree. It starts with our undergraduates. The College of Nursing approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and that's thanks to our innovative, challenging and contemporary curriculum offered across all our various degree programs. Advanced degree options are available for the bachelor and masters prepared nurse with our Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, PhD in Nursing, and Post Master's Certificates. CON graduates leave our programs ready to lead and serve our nation's patients.
Job Summary
This position has responsibility for managing the operational and promotional aspects of the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) program. The Program Manager is responsible to the Chair of Nursing Science Department and PhD Program Director.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
In conjunction with PhD Program Director, develops new ideas and procedures for related to the PhD program. Maintains knowledge of all aspects of the program and communicates effectively with applicants, students, and other stakeholders. Provides and ensures resource support.
Communicates course information {course number, title, and CRN) to students for semester registration, assess registration progress, and facilitate registration completion.
Ensures accuracy in degree track-specific information that is collected, maintained, and reported.
Assists in the maintenance of the PhD program budget, and initiates all supply orders.
Manages information related to the PhD program including associated databases (e.g. DegreeWorks, QuickBase, Excel), student/applicant information software programs (e.g. Banner, Crystal Reports, and WebXtender) as well as maintains filing systems for programmatic documents. Develops systems for real- time data retrieval.
Provides administrative support for the PhD Program committees. Attends meetings, creates agendas, prepares handouts, transcribes minutes and distributes to committee members. Maintains committee files. Collaborates with the Committee Chairs to plan and execute meetings.
Works with appropriate CON team members to develop and implement strategies to recruit a qualified and varied student population and reach enrollment goals. Creates PhD program-related materials and participates as the recruitment representative as required. Works with CON Communications Strategist to ensure that program-related web content and recruitment materials are up to date. Collaborates with the team members to plan for and participate in student orientation.
Monitors and tracks PhD program and student outcomes.
Works collaboratively with CON Departments and Units. Attends assigned meetings and events as needed (Convocation, CON Information Sessions, Family Day, etc.).
Provides and participates in cross training with other Program Managers. Maintains an accurate and up to date desk reference for all job duties and responsibilities.
Collaborates with Center for Nursing Research (CNR) and provides administrative support for PhD faculty and student grant-related activities.
Completes course-specific information of courses offered in the degree track for the semester Course Offering (COF) Process.
Other duties/CON events as designated by Department Chair of Nursing Science and PhD Program Director.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with three years experience in an academic or related setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Skilled in web design and prior experience in a higher education, academic or health sciences setting. Excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivated with good problem-solving skills.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, multi-tasking, organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and other computer software/databases. Testing will be required to determine actual proficiency of office software and procedures. Additional testing will be conducted to determine advanced competency levels of writing abilities.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines despite often interruptions, maintain confidentiality, keep accurate records and make independent decisions
SKILLS
Self-directed individual, demonstrated proactive initiative, critical thinking, adaptability to change, and ability to exercise independent judgment and action. Skilled in project management methodology and appropriate software packages.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F
Pay Band: 8
Salary: Minimum $21.83/hour
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: 5/28/26 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
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