Program Manager, Policing Leadership Academy

Department

UL Crime Ed Lab Program Management
About the Role

The University of Chicago Crime Lab is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support all aspects of the Policing Leadership Academy. The Program Manager works closely with the Program Director and organizational leadership to ensure the ongoing success of the program and its participants.
Job Summary

The job manages academic, research, clinical or administrative programs.
Responsibilities

Works somewhat independently to develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
Identifies appropriate resources needed and develops schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
Tracks progress and prepares for and facilitates project meetings.
Acts as a resource for the program team and provides analytical and programmatic guidance.
Interprets complex project issues and provides analytical guidance for the program team.
Works closely with the UChicago Crime Lab research team evaluating program effectiveness, adjusting program implementation as necessary.
Coordinates the successful integration of partner and affiliate tasks and tracks and reviews the progress of these deliverables, adjusting the program team’s next steps as needed.
Supports the Program Director, Policing Leadership Academy in managing external partnerships by assisting with vital communication such as program updates and meeting preparation.
Develops and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria.
Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate.
Manages program budgets and recommends or makes budgetary recommendations.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications: None specified.
Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree strongly preferred.
Experience with quantitative data analysis to support the research design strongly preferred.
Previous experience working in a research organization or managing research projects strongly preferred.
Previous experience with research strongly preferred.
Previous experience in policing or working with the criminal justice system strongly preferred.
Preferred Competencies

Strong project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with various internal and external stakeholders.
Strong time management skills with a proven ability to multitask and to prioritize activities to successfully complete projects on tight deadlines with little supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with a variety of audiences.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.
Knowledge and understanding of crime policy and violence research literature strongly preferred.
Application Materials

Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Benefits

Eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefit programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Job Family & Role Details

Administration & Management Role Impact Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Not Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Not Required
FLSA StatusExempt
Pay Range$66,400.00 – $91,300.00
Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.

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