Research and Program Evaluation Manager

The role of the Researach and Program Evaluation Manager is to identify, develop, and lead special projects/programs for the Public Policy and Management Center ( PPMC ).

Projects/Programs could include but not exclusively be limited to applied research and data analysis, survey development, program evaluation, financial analysis, technical assistance and organizational assessments.

This position will provide direction or manage PPMC staff, graduate assistants and project associates on technical assistance projects.

Responsibilities of the Researach and Program Evaluation Manager include developing, implementing and directing project/program initiatives primarily for nonprofits, local, state and federal constituents related to management, finance and technical issues.

This position will: oversee project budgets, including grant funding, and will track revenues and expenses for PPMC projects; initiate new programs and projects, secure funding sources and continue to expand the scope and services of the PPMC ; and be responsible for representing the PPMC at events and meetings in the state, region and nation.

The position will assist with developing projects with an interdisciplinary approach through integrated research, teaching and community service.
Master’s degree in public administration, economics, political science or closely related field by the date of hire 1.

Five years of leadership experience in public service 2.

Three years of research, consultation or analysis work in nonprofits or government services, including: grant management, public management, and financial and evaluation services, as well as working in non-profit or business model of service delivery.

US Export Compliance Requirement NA Knowledge, skills and abilities 1.

Ability to travel both regionally and nationally 2.

Ability to work with a diverse group of constituents, including nonprofits, local government, state and federal officials 3.

Ability to understand and provide consultation on multifaceted public service issues 4.

Proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) Required Licenses, Certificates & Registrations KS Driver’s License Additional Information
All employees of Wichita State University are expected to support the WSU Vision, Mission and Values and foster an environment of diversity in culture, thought and experience.
Wichita State University does not discriminate in its employment practices, educational programs or activities on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check as required by Board of Regents policy.

Location

Proposed Salary or Hourly Rate Commensurate with experience

Eligible for Shift Differential?

No

Benefits Eligible?

Yes

Preferred Education
NA Preferred Experience 1.

Experience with developing consultation, technical and applied research services 2.

Experience working in community service 3.

Experience in working state or local financial management or economic development
Regular Hours of Work Typically 8a-5p with occasional hours before or after work by project

Office environment with off-site meetings/trainings; occasional travel to meetings regionally and nationally

Proposed Job Duties

Responsibility / Duty

Direct and assist with special projects and programs

Importance

Percentage 60

Responsibility / Duty

Manage staff, program/project finances and future planning

Importance

Percentage 15

Responsibility / Duty

New project and program development

Importance

Percentage 15

Responsibility / Duty

Represent the Public Policy and Management Center at regional and national events

Importance

Percentage 5

Responsibility / Duty

Importance

Percentage 5

Physical Demands

Physical Requirements
– Physical Activity

Activity Move About

Frequency Daily

Activity

Frequency Daily

Activity Stationary position

Frequency Daily

Activity Communicate

Frequency Daily

Activity Vision
– Color

Frequency Daily

Physical Requirements
– Weight Activity

Activity (weight) Lifting

Frequency Periodically

Weight

20 lbs

Other Physical Requirements

Explain Physical Job Requirements

Be able to lift 20 pounds; standing/sitting for long durations, etc.

Requisition

Department

Public Policy and Management Center

Posting date 03/31/2021

Closing Date 04/30/2021

Open Until Filled?

No

Proposed Start Date 05/16/2021

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this position?

Business publication or website Education publication or website Engineering publication or website Fine Arts publication or website Health Professions publication or website Liberal Arts & Science publication or website Veterans publication or website CareerBuilder.com HigherEdJobs.com Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education Indeed.com InsideHigherEd.com Kansasworks.com Community Voice Insight into Diversity Journal of Blacks in Higher Education The Chronicle of Higher Education Wichita Eagle WSU Employee Handshake Other * I have at least a Master’s degree in public administration, economics, political science or closely related field OR will have such a degree by the date of hire.

True False * I have at least five years of leadership experience in public service.

True False * I have at least three years of research, consultation or analysis work in nonprofits or government services, including: grant management, public management, and financial and evaluation services, as well as working in non-profit or business model of service delivery.

True False * I have the ability to travel both regionally and nationally.

True False * I am proficient in and have experience working with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Excel and Word.

True False