SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:
The Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR) is dedicated to understanding the economic challenges, opportunities, and policies affecting people in the United States and around the world. Since our founding in 1982, we have been Stanford's home for economic policy scholarship.
Our VPDoR Diversity Journey:
- We create a hub of innovation through the power of diversity of disciplines and people.
- We provide equitable access and opportunity to all members of the community in order to do their best work, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- We listen to and value all colleagues who bring diverse perspectives to the advancement and development of a respectful community.
- We promote a culture of belonging, equity, and safety.
- We embed these values in excellence of education, research, and operation.
POSITION SUMMARY:
SIEPR seeks an experienced and highly organized Assistant Program Manager (APM) to provide comprehensive program management and operational support for the programs that SIEPR offers for faculty, students, recent graduates, and research professionals. This position reports to the Director of Programs and Faculty Affairs.
The APM will be responsible for understanding the objectives and activities of assigned programs and administering the day-to-day activities to ensure objectives are met. The APM will assist with all aspects of program administration, including outreach, recruitment, programming, budgeting and finance, and onboarding/offboarding of program participants. This position requires a high level of planning, communication, judgment, influence, initiative, and follow-through. The APM is expected to work efficiently, pay attention to detail, and deliver prompt and excellent service to SIEPR’s stakeholders.
The successful candidate will have a strong background and proven track record in managing complex programs with competing priorities. They will have excellent problem solving and oral and written communication skills and will be able to address problems that arise with courtesy and sound judgment. Past experience at Stanford, including student and financial systems, is a plus.
This is a full-time, hybrid position with the expectation of working on-site 3 days a week and when needed for in-person events. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume.
CORE DUTIES:
- Independently implement, administer and evaluate day-to-day activities of the unit, function or program by identifying and executing tasks and objectives, making recommendations that impact policies and programs, and assigning resources to achieve the goals of the program.
- Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or function.
- Analyze and interpret policies; develop, revise and implement procedures for program or function.
- Represent the program or function as the key contact and subject matter expert within the department, unit or school. Commit resources and provide information and/or training. May also represent the program or function to external/internal stakeholders and constituencies.
- Organize and/or participate in outreach activities that may include developing communications and training, planning/promoting events and/or conferences.
- May participate in development of budgets, monitor, and approve expenditures. May perform limited forecasting and provide recommendations that determine the budget.
- May direct staff to perform various tasks and assignments.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize own work and multi-task.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
- Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team.
- Advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software, survey tools, and web editing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally use a telephone.
- Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.
WORK STANDARDS:
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
