Program/Project Manager I

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**Program/Project Manager I**

Kansas State University

****About This Role****

The Nuclear Engineering Program Manager provides strategic,

administrative, and operational leadership for the Nuclear Engineering

Program within the Alan Levin Department of Mechanical and Nuclear

Engineering at Kansas State University. This position leads the

organization of ABET data, external stakeholder engagement, and the

development and tracking of program-level metrics and workforce

outcomes. The role requires independent judgment, coordination across

multiple university units, and external representation of the program.

This position is responsible for coordinating program activities and

representing the program to students, industry, and stakeholders. The

Program Manager plays a key role in enhancing program visibility,

ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and advancing program

growth and excellence.

****About Us****

The MNE department has 24 faculty members, annual research expenditures

of approximately \$6M, and an enrollment of approximately 850

undergraduate and graduate students. More information on the MNE

department may be found at

http://www.mne.ksu.edu.

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is located on the main Kansas

State University campus in Manhattan, Kansas, a vibrant, family-friendly

city located in the scenic Flint Hills. Manhattan is the cultural and

business hub of a tri-county area community of over 200,000 residents

(see

www.manhattan.org).

****Worksite Description****

This position is **Hybrid eligible**. It is expected that this position

will require at least 20 hours per week on-site. Hybrid arrangements may

be negotiated depending on specific circumstances. All remote work must

be performed in the United States. On-site participation will be

generally required to support events and meetings. The employee\'s

specific circumstances will be considered when scheduling these events

and meetings to facilitate on-site presence. Other than IT equipment,

the employee must procure all necessary equipment, materials, supplies,

and services required to perform duties off-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working

to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid

work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

****What You\'ll Need to Succeed****

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and seven years of

relevant experience in program coordination, administration, or

project management. Requirements may be met through a combination of

work experience and education.

• Valid driver\'s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in engineering, science, education, business

administration, or a related field.

• Advanced degree in nuclear engineering, engineering discipline, or

related field.

• Experience in a higher education or technical environment.
• Familiarity with ABET accreditation processes and outcomes

assessment.

• Experience working with external partners such as industry, national

laboratories, and/or government agencies.

• Experience with student recruitment, outreach, or public engagement.
• Knowledge of nuclear engineering education, workforce needs, and/or

research environments.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Additional Role Information

**Key Responsibilities**

***Program Admi istration and Coordination***

• Oversee daily administrative operations of the Nuclear Engineering

Program.

• Develop, maintain, and analyze program metrics including enrollment

trends, student outcomes, placement data, and assessment results to

support accreditation, reporting, and strategic decision-making.

• Coordinate program activities, including scheduling, meetings,

reporting, and special initiatives.

• Maintain program records, documentation, and communications to

ensure efficiency and continuity.

• Support faculty and leadership in strategic planning and program

development efforts.

• Assist with preparation and coordination of program-level proposals,

reports, and initiatives related to workforce development,

education, and outreach funding.

• ***ABET Accreditation and Assessment***

Lead preparation, organization, and maintenance of ABET accreditation

materials and documentation.

Work with faculty to compile assessment reports, analyze results, and

support continuous program improvement.

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