Role Overview

The LATIS Program Manager supports the strategic and operational work of the Liberal Arts Technologies and Innovation Services (LATIS) Strategic Innovation Office within the College of Liberal Arts (CLA).

This hybrid role combines:

• Program and project management
• Technology infrastructure coordination
• Grant administration
• Strategic operational support

The position works closely with the Associate Director of Leadership and Organizational Development, the Chief Strategic Innovation Officer (CSIO), and the LATIS Senior Leadership Team.

Compensation

• Salary range: $65,000–$78,000
• Hybrid schedule
• On campus at least 3 days/week (typically Tuesday–Thursday)
• Located in Anderson Hall on the UMN Twin Cities West Bank campus

Key Responsibilities

College Innovation Funding Program Manager (40%)

• Manage CLA innovation grant programs
• Coordinate grant committees, timelines, budgets, and communications
• Analyze program data and recommend process improvements
• Prepare reports and track funding allocations
• Manage communications including:
  • Announcements
  • Deadlines
  • Notification letters
  • Stakeholder follow-up
• Coordinate meetings and award documentation

College Technology Infrastructure Program Manager (40%)

• Manage technology infrastructure budgets
• Oversee:
  • Software licensing
  • Hardware/server budgets
  • Computer Replacement Programs (CRP & CRP-Flex)
• Coordinate with:
  • University Bookstores
  • Office of Information Technology (OIT)
  • CLA departments
• Develop training guides for purchasing technology
• Audit purchases for policy compliance
• Advocate for faculty/staff/student technology needs

Strategic Innovation Office Support (20%)

• Support strategic projects for the LATIS leadership team
• Assist with Administrative Leaders Program (ALP)
• Lead operational and facilities-related initiatives
• Manage meeting room technology and inventory
• Improve business operations and efficiencies
• Coordinate facilities and workspace improvements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience totaling at least 4 years
• Experience in at least two of these areas:
  • Project/program management
  • Organizational management
  • Process improvement
  • Grants administration
• Demonstrated success managing multiple projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Liberal Arts background or demonstrated interest
• Experience with participatory leadership methods
• Familiarity with:
  • University financial operations
  • OIT policies
  • Purchasing and hospitality processes
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Facilities management experience
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong collaboration skills across diverse stakeholders

Benefits

Includes:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Pension plan
• Tuition assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Childcare support
• Commuter benefits
• Student loan assistance

About LATIS

LATIS supports liberal arts teaching, learning, and research through technology innovation and strategic services. The team partners with faculty, students, and staff to advance research, instruction, organizational strategy, and student success initiatives.

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