<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 05/20/2026 Requisition Number PRN45133B Job Title Operations Program Managers Working Title Enterprise Research Portfolio Manager Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P5 - Expert, P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>M-F, 8-4 or 9-5</p> <p>VP Area President Department 00639 - VP for Research Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $80,000 - $120,000 Close Date 06/03/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary</p> <p>The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) is seeking a skilled operations program manager to plan and execute institutional OVPR strategic initiatives from launch through delivery. This position will work to initiate successful interconnected projects that focuses on organizational growth. Work will include enlisting teams to gather required data to evaluate objectives, goals, and scope. In addition, they will manage the functional elements of each project to ensure targets are met and are on schedule. This position will act as liaison between various OVPR units and external stakeholders and will facilitate cross-team collaboration and understanding. The operations program manager will keep leadership informed of key issues that may impact targeted completion.</p> <p>Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu</p> <p>The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>The OVPR is implementing strategic initiatives that will delve into new processes that require timely, coordinated, and effective execution across the institution. Under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment, responsibilities will include:</p> <ul> <li>Provide project coordination across OVPR units and external stakeholders. </li><li>Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, deadlines, and deliverables. </li><li>Summarize project status, risks, and decisions for executive OVPR leadership. </li><li>Facilitate communication between teams and leadership. </li><li>Ensure alignment with institutional goals and governance structures. </li><li>Help remove roadblocks and ensure timely execution of milestones. </li><li>Coordinate meeting logistics, agenda, and meeting management. </li><li>Manage and document meetings, including notes, action items, and follow-ups. </li><li>Coordinate task assignments and dependencies across teams. </li><li>Track and follow up on assigned tasks to ensure accountability and progress. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).</p> <p>Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:</p> <p>III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.</p> <p>IV: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.</p> <p>V: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <ul> <li>PMP Certification </li><li>Experience in higher education or research administration </li><li>Proven leadership in cross-functional project teams </li><li>Excellent communication skills </li></ul> <p>Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information</p> <p>The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.</p> <p>This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.</p> <p>The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.</p> <p>Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.</p> <p>Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.</p> <p>To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.</p> <p>Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu</p> <p>https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.</p> <p>As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>What is your highest level of completed education? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>None</p> </li><li> <p>High School Diploma or Equivalent</p> </li><li> <p>Associate Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Master's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Doctorate Degree</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>How many years of related work experience do you have? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Less than 2 years</p> </li><li> <p>2 years or more, but less than 4 years</p> </li><li> <p>4 years or more, but less than 6 years</p> </li><li> <p>6 years or more, but less than 8 years</p> </li><li> <p>8 years or more, but less than 10 years</p> </li><li> <p>10 years or more, but less than 12 years</p> </li><li> <p>12 years or more, but less than 14 years</p> </li><li> <p>14 years or more</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>Cover Letter </li><li>List of References </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p>