Senior Program Manager, Leadership Coaching Institute

Job Summary

The Leadership Coaching Institute (LCI) at the Mitch Daniels School of Business is seeking a passionate and driven Senior Program Manager to champion the growth and success of our high-impact programs.

As a vital member of our leadership team, the Senior Program Manager will collaborate directly with the Head of LCI to lead and execute strategic initiatives that enrich the student experience and strengthen our partnerships with coaches, faculty, and organizational collaborators. This highly visible role is at the center of our mission, fostering effective communication, seamless program execution, and transformative experiences for all stakeholders.

The Senior Program Manager will also play an active part in Center for Working Well events and projects, providing broad opportunities for professional development and influence across our school. As the primary point of contact for many of our valued internal and external partners, this position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting and is eager to drive positive change.

A cover letter is required to be fully considered

This position has a limited duration of 5 years, with continuation dependent upon additional funding. Benefits do apply.

About Mitch Daniels School of Business: The Mitch Daniels School of Business aspires to take a top 25 program and transform it into a top 10 program that competes for the best students in the country. The key components of this transformation are:

• Academic Prowess. Daniels School faculty are able to see and steer to what's next, imparting thought leadership to peers in an ever-growing student body.
• Integration of STEM and Business. Every company today is a technology organization, and business leaders must understand how specific technologies can create competitive advantage.
• Transformational Student Experience. Some of life's most important lessons aren't found in a book or a lecture hall. Active transformational experience will produce critical thinkers who see and tackle the world's largest problems.
• Freedom and Capitalism. Daniels students will learn though transformative texts that free markets have raised living standards tremendously for all people.
Powered by Business Partnerships. The Daniels School provides opportunities for industry partners and alumni to connect with students and faculty in order to provide solutions to business challenges of today and the future.

What We’re Looking For:

Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communication, organizational leadership, organizational psychology, or a related field.
4 years of experience in program administration, project management, or leadership-development environments.

Skills needed:

• Demonstrated excellence in organization, communication, and relationship management.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-visibility setting.

What is helpful:

• Master’s degree in business administration, organizational psychology, communication, or a related discipline.
• Experience in executive education, coaching programs, or higher-education administration.
• Familiarity with ICF coaching principles and leadership-development frameworks.
  Budget and data-management experience, with strong reporting and analysis skills.

Career Stream

• Professional 3
  Pay Band S065
  Job Code #20002087

Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php

Additional Information:

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/pdf/summaries/2023/Benefits-summary-Admin-Op-2023.pdf
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Purdue University is an EO/EA employer.