Invention Education Program Manager

Education Requirement
 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
   

Required Qualifications

• Relevant experience (3-5 years) in program development/management, public relations, communications, or marketing, preferably in an educational setting.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills, develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, and participate in or lead project groups and teams.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills; detail-oriented; ability to coordinate, track, and prioritize multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.
• Experience collecting and using data for program improvement and evaluation processes.
• Excellent written communication skills, including experience in writing reports, newsletters, or social media and/or developing content for marketing/public relations materials.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, when needed.
• Ability to travel in the surrounding geographic area, hold a valid driver's license, and meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program driving standards.
   

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MBA, Higher Education, or related field)
• Relevant experience (5+ years) in program development/management, public relations, communications, or marketing.
• Experience working with and leading K-12 student population.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Demonstrates knowledge and experience with innovation-based education (invention, entrepreneurship).
• Ability to learn recent technology and adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with higher education, as well as some knowledge of the University of Iowa policies and procedures.

Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission: 

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights:

Regular salaried position. Pay Level 4A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.