Program Operations Director
 Georgia Tech | |
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 Jul 29, 2026 | |
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301397
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
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Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting Faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers. About Georgia Tech Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's Faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and is No. 1 among institutions without a medical school. Georgia Tech's Mission and Values Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do: 1. Students are our top priority. 2. We strive for excellence. 3. We thrive on diversity. 4. We celebrate collaboration. 5. We champion innovation. 6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression. 7. We nurture the well-being of our community. 8. We act ethically. 9. We are responsible stewards. Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good, breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact. Department Information
Established over a century ago, the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business is a leader in education, research, and innovation that advances business and improves the human condition. Strategically positioned at the intersection of business and technology, Scheller develops forward-thinking leaders who know how to harness technology to create value and drive meaningful impact. The College is located in the heart of Midtown Atlantas Technology Square, home to the highest concentration of startups, corporate innovators, and academic researchers in the Southeastern U.S. This places students at the center of a vibrant innovation ecosystem with abundant experiential learning opportunities. Scheller's strategic location, combined with top-ranked career services and an expansive alumni network, connects students with leading companies in Atlanta and around the world. Scheller offers AACSB-accredited B.S., M.S., MBA, Ph.D., Graduate Certificate, and Pathway programs, along with interdisciplinary and dual degree programs in collaboration with the Georgia Tech Colleges of Computing, Design, Engineering, and Liberal Arts, and the Morehouse School of Medicine. The College also delivers open enrollment and custom corporate Executive Education programs for individuals and organizations. The College manages its broad portfolio of programs, curriculum, and research through eight academic areas: Accounting, Finance, Information Technology Management, Law and Ethics, Marketing, Operating Management, Organizational Behavior, and Strategy and Innovation. Scheller is also home to 11 globally recognized centers and initiatives, with focus areas in fintech, global business, sustainability, technology innovation, and more. Currently, the College serves 2,529 students, including 1,501 undergraduates and 1,028 graduate students, supported by 95 faculty members, 107 staff members, and a global alumni community more than 28,000 strong. Job Summary
The Program Operations Director will manage the day-to-day operations of advancing, supporting, and evaluating activities that support and further strategic initiatives for a college/unit. As an individual contributor, this position will serve as a strategic partner, implementation lead, and primary point of contact for multiple activities and/or initiatives as assigned. This position will design and execute comprehensive implementation plans to achieve strategic goals.
This position will interact on a regular basis with GT employees and colleagues, and public organizations/groups. This position typically will advise and counsel: Employees, Students, and internal and external collaborators and partners. This position will supervise: NA. Responsibilities
Job Duty 1 -
Plan, manage, and execute events, initiatives, and programs. Job Duty 2 - Evaluate the effectiveness of events, initiatives, and programs utilizing data and feedback to propose modifications and enhancements to achieve high-impact outcomes. Job Duty 3 - Develop and disseminate key messages and marketing materials for internal and external audiences in collaboration with the communications team. Job Duty 4 - Collaborate with stakeholders to determine necessary resources and measure engagement, success, and outcomes. Job Duty 5 - Oversee coordination and deliver direct logistical and operational support for college/unit events, initiatives, and programs in collaboration with internal and external partners. Job Duty 6 - Develop, administer, and manage budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and maximizing impact. Job Duty 7 - Define assessment goals and oversee reporting to highlight success, garner input, and propose recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders. Job Duty 8 - May supervise direct reports, such as student assistants and/or temporary employees, and manage vendors, volunteers, and other support staff to meet the needs of large-scale events, initiatives, and programs Job Duty 9 -
Lead strategic development, implementation, and expansion of multiple initiatives and programs, ensuring alignment with college/unit strategic goals. Job Duty 10 - Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience Required Experience Four to five years of job-related experience Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree Preferred Experience Supervisory or managerial experience a plus. Preferred experience includes but is not limited to administering programming, knowledge of the University environment or higher education, general administrative functions, and complex meeting and event planning. Proposed Salary
$65,202.00 -$88,673.00/ yr. Annually commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledgeable in current high-impact practices in higher education. Demonstrated knowledge of representing and conveying the college/unit mission and helping meet its goals. Must be able to participate in relevant professional development activities as outlined by leadership. Knowledge and expertise in operations planning. SKILLS Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills. Skilled at aggregating and analyzing data. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. A must-have mindset that includes initiative, independent judgment, teamwork, and problem-solving. ABILITIES
Specialized abilities required for this job include an ability to analyze and translate metrics. Exceptional leadership, project management, and presentation skills. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office-related computer applications. Ability to work independently and manage multiple commitments. Ability to communicate among constituencies, with a strong attention to detail and follow-up skills. Apply Before Date
Applicants are encouraged to apply by August 7th, 2026, for optimal consideration; however, the search will continue until the position is filled. The application portal may close early due to the volume of applications received. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Other Information
This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel This position does not require security clearance. Location: Atlanta, GA
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