Programs Manager Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Job Posting Title:
RGK Programs Manager
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Hiring Department:
Lyndon B Johnson School of Public Affairs
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date:
Jun 24, 2026
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
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About The LBJ School of Public Affairs
The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin is one of the nation's premier public policy schools. As Texas' top-ranked policy school for over five decades, the LBJ School provides unmatched opportunities for students to engage with policymakers, industry leaders and innovators in Austin and beyond. The school is committed to improving the quality of public service in the United States and abroad at all levels of governance and civic engagement. Our goals are to prepare students and professionals for leadership positions in public service, produce interdisciplinary research to advance our understanding of complex societal problems and create solutions, promote effective public policy and management practice and foster civic engagement on issues of public concern.
Committed to advancing the quality of public service, the LBJ School continues to drive education, research and civic engagement at all levels of governance.
About the RGK Center at the LBJ School
The mission of the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service is to prepare leaders for the exciting and complex work of creating social impact. Through graduate education and faculty research, the RGK Center builds skills, generates new knowledge and collaborates with nonprofit organizations to inform policymakers and practitioners who have a passion for caring and resilient communities. The LBJ School of Public Affairs is the academic home of the RGK Center and prides itself on attracting thinkers and doers of the public good. Success is measured by program demand, community benefit, and increased visibility of the RGK Center's education and research activities.
Purpose
This position will facilitate the educational and research activities of the RGK Center to advance the Center's mission of educating the next generation of nonprofit and philanthropic leaders. This role will manage the day-to-day details and development/long-term growth strategies, coordinate and support theSocial Entrepreneurship course and the Nonprofit Studies Portfolio programs, facilitate student internships and professional development activities, and provide event and communication support. Partnering with LBJ School departments including the Office of Student and Alumni Affairs, the Office of Communications, and the Office of Development will be key for successful execution of RGK programming and initiatives.
Responsibilities
Program Management
Social Entrepreneurship Certificate (Executive Education)

• Lead the implementation of the Social Entrepreneurship Course (SEC), with support from the Executive Education team and LBJ leadership to determine program funding structure, potential sponsorships, program budget, contracts agreements and review applicants for upcoming program year.
• Partner with LBJ Communications to update SEC webpage and develop marketing strategy to promote program application.
• Serve as primary point of contact for students and guest faculty; maintain regular email communication with students and share assignments and updates ahead of each class.
• Manage day-of classroom logistics (reserving and setting up classroom space, coffee delivery, printed materials, parking passes, etc.).
• Track student attendance and collaborate with lead faculty to distribute student surveys after each class and send summary reports to the dean
• Organize final graduation ceremony.

Nonprofit Studies Portfolio Program

• Provide opportunities to develop specialized skills in social finance, nonprofit management, philanthropy, cultural policy, social marketing and community collaboration.
• Meet with current and prospective students in the Nonprofit Studies Portfolio Program to share information about the portfolio requirements and track student progress toward requirements and submit final paperwork to the graduate school for certification.
• Collaborate with RGK staff to assess current portfolio structure and ensure alignment with university guidelines.
• Approve student course waiver requests and addition of new approved portfolio courses, as needed.
• Attend portfolio events, as available, to connect with students and provide guidance in professional and academic goals.

Student Experiential Learning Opportunities

• Develop opportunities for students to gain experiential learning about the nonprofit/philanthropic sector.
• Collaborate with center leadership to develop and support new internships.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local, national and international nonprofits to create internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students that meet organizational needs and fulfill students' educational requirements.
• Collaborate with the LBJ School Office of Student Affairs and Admissions to ensure students internships align with LBJ standards; identify potential nonprofit employers and share internship opportunities with students.
• Supporting the Center director to complete administrative tasks including development, promotion, evaluation, and management of the Nonprofit Studies Graduate Portfolio program and any new undergraduate programs

Event Planning and Logistics

• Plan Center events calendar for students, alumni, community leaders and determine the structure and modality of events (speaker series, webinars, convenings).
• Identify and partner with potential collaborators, stakeholders (internal and external), guest speakers and moderators to develop event content.
• Coordinate with external vendors (photography, catering, etc.) and internal vendors (facilities, parking, space reservation, etc.) to create promotional content and prepare logistical strategies.

Communications, Outreach, and Engagement

• Support the center director(s) in outreach and engagement activities.
• Serve as LBJ School and RGK Center representative at local and national convenings.
• Build relationships with other universities, foundations, nonprofits, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and community organizations to facilitate partnerships and collaborations.
• Partner with the LBJ Marketing and Communications team to develop and maintain strategic communications plans for the center, Advisory Council and funders in collaboration with LBJ School dean, leadership and development staff.
• Collaborate with LBJ development staff and leadership to establish alumni engagement and fundraising opportunities including setting up nationwide alumni "hubs."

Administration and Oversight

• Create standard operating procedures (SOPs), provide adjudication standards, deliver a call for applicants, review applications and provide recommendations for student fellowships (such as summer internship funding and the Kozmetsky fellowship).
• Complete administrative tasks related to events and student programs.
• Provide oversight, training and professional development opportunities to student workers including volunteer management.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in relevant field and three years of experience coordinating or administering programs. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Experience planning events. Ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in relevant field and more than the required years of experience. Experience evaluating programs, developing written and digital content for social media. Understanding the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors and experience consulting with nonprofit and/or public organizations and being in a leadership role. Bilingual.
Salary Range
$75,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Occasional local, domestic or international travel may be required.
• Occasional extended evening or weekend work hours may be required (typically related to events).

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
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