Program Manager Jobs in Huntsville, TX (NOW HIRING)

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202600210S
Title
Manager V - DEPDC Senior Program Manager (Full-time, Temporary)
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 18. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
This is a full-time, temporary, benefits-eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 5/31/2027. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding.
Occupational Category
Professional
Department
SHSU Online
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date
07/17/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in education, organizational leadership, project management, communications, public administration, instructional technology, business administration, or related field required. Master's degree preferred. Eight years of progressively responsible experience in program management, grant administration, project coordination, statewide initiatives, education operations, workforce development, distance learning, adult education, or related areas required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs advanced managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of a business function for the Distance Education Professional Development Center (DEPDC), a statewide initiative supported through the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Provides operational leadership, grant administration, and cross-functional coordination.
This is a full-time, temporary, benefits-eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 5/31/2027. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding.
Primary Responsibilities
Serves as the primary operational liaison between SHSU Online and Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and is responsible for managing workflows, reporting activities, communications, external partnerships, and operational continuity across multiple functional areas supporting the Distance Education Professional Development Center (DEPDC) initiative. Works collaboratively with technical operations, professional development, instructional support, accessibility, communications, and external partners to ensure DEPDC services operate cohesively, efficiently, and in alignment with statewide grant objectives. Coordinates and participates in meetings with TWC, statewide partners, vendors, Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) providers, and internal stakeholders. Oversees grant deliverables, operational milestones, timelines, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations. Manages collection, organization, and submission of operational reports, participation data, budget-related information, and program documentation. Works collaboratively with SHSU Online operational leaders to ensure alignment, continuity, and effective delivery of DEPDC services. Maintains DEPDC external-facing resources, including websites, social media accounts, communications materials, event resources, and operational documentation. Coordinates with vendors, curriculum providers, and external stakeholders. Monitors public-facing DEPDC information to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with TWC objectives and SHSU standards. Develops and maintains operational workflows, standard operating procedures (SOPs), transition documentation, and process guides related to DEPDC operations. Identifies opportunities to improve operational efficiency, communication flow, reporting processes, and statewide coordination activities. Assists leadership in evaluating operational effectiveness and implementing continuous improvement efforts. Manages operational activities related to statewide DEPDC webinars, regional trainings, conferences, meetings, and the annual Digital Literacy & Technology Integration Symposium. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires exceptional organizational, communication, project coordination, and relationship-management skills. Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and coordinate across distributed teams and statewide stakeholders is essential. Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, operational judgment, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are required. Experience supporting virtual, hybrid, and technology-enabled operational environments preferred. Periodic travel, in-person meetings, conferences, and statewide event support activities may be required.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time Temporary
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47910
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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