Student Program Manager
Student Program Manager
Job Summary
The Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships (ONCS) within the Honors College at the University of Utah is seeking a motivated Student Program Manager. This role is divided between assisting with ONCS operations and advising and supporting Honors College student success. This hybrid position offers a dynamic opportunity to support exceptional students across all majors and disciplines in achieving academic and post-graduate success.
ONCS, housed within the Honors College, assists undergraduate and graduate students and alumni from all campus areas to compete for nationally competitive scholarships (NCS), highly prestigious external scholarships funded by organizations independent of the University of Utah. Applicants compete on a national and sometimes international basis to complete postgraduate study, conduct research, gain language skills or leadership training, or teach English abroad.
The Honors College recruits, teaches, and supports high-achieving, highly motivated students from all majors. Honors College students pursue the highest undergraduate degree offered by the University of Utah - the Honors Baccalaureate - through a curriculum that emphasizes critical-thinking, persuasive communication and interdisciplinary exploration.
This Student Program Manager will perform a variety of duties to support ONCS operations, NCS success and honors degree completion. This Student Program Manager will contribute to ONCS' overall outreach efforts, organizing and participating in programming to raise awareness about NCS across the university. This includes organizing and executing the annual scholarship reception for all NCS applicants and coordinating the NCS endorsement process. They will provide guidance to NCS applicants across campus through communication, advising, application review, and interview preparation.
In addition to ONCS operations and advising duties, this Student Program Manager will also advise Honors College students and assess individual needs to support honors degree completion, with a secondary reporting line to Honors College advising. They will collaborate with academic units across campus to create honors academic plans for students.
As a member in a multi-function unit, this position requires flexibility and initiative to balance multiple priorities. The Student Program Manager should possess strong organizational and communication skills to effectively collaborate across ONCS, the Honors College, and the broader University. They should be able to successfully work both independently and as part of a larger team. Additional responsibilities will be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the University's academically talented students and to support the academic mission of the University.
Responsibilities
ONCS Operations & Advising (50%):
- Coordinates and manages nationally competitive scholarship events on campus including presentations, celebration events, classroom visits and other relevant activities.
- Organizes scholarship committees and communicates with faculty, staff and students regarding the endorsement process and scheduling, including reserving conference rooms, collecting and distributing application materials and managing post-interview follow-up notes and videos.
- Assists in data collection and interpretation for the annual impact report.
- Develops and distributes material about ONCS via social media, print/flyers, and email. This includes collaborating with students on their experiences with nationally competitive scholarships to promote student success across campus and raise awareness of scholarships and the office.
- Meets with undergraduate and graduate students and alumni from all disciplines to determine eligibility for nationally competitive scholarships, outline the application process, and provide guidance and written feedback on application materials.
- Attends key ONCS events, including some evenings and weekends (with prior notice).
Honors College Advising (50%):
- Advises undergraduate honors students, providing guidance on fulfilling honors degree requirements within their chosen program of study.
- Facilitates students' academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans.
- Makes appropriate referrals for students who would benefit from learning support, tutoring, career coaching, or similar resources.
- Maintains students' academic files that include a record of the advising activity that takes place during each visit and makes appropriate referrals through Navigate.
- Collaborates with academic advising teams and campus partners to design tailored honors academic plans that support student success.
- Represents the Honors College at Utah Bound Orientation, including presentations and assisting with first-semester course planning.
- Collects and disseminates information to students, faculty, and departments about honors curriculum or university policy updates.
- May serve on university committees, providing recommendations on advising, honors curriculum, and program development.
- Attends key Honors events, including some evenings and weekends (with prior notice).
Minimum Qualifications
RESTRICTED USE - CONTACT COMPENSATION
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.
Previous experience in an advising, counseling or teaching environment is preferred.
This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.
Preferences
- Experience in advising
- Experience with office operations, scheduling, event planning, and campus outreach initiatives
- Experience with social media and/or marketing
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN42479B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. May require some limited work after hours to support Honors and ONCS events. Hybrid schedule is available.
Department: 00012 - Honors Program
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $55,000 - $58,650
Close Date: 10/14/2025
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/185625
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