Academic Program Manager

  • 512861
  • Fort Worth, Texas, United States
  • Staff
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Title: Academic Program Manager

Employee Classification: Academic Program Manager

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-CHP-Office of the Dean

Department: HSC-Personalized Hlth & Well-Being-300860

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: $65,208.000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

The Department of Personalized Health and Well-Being is bringing together an interprofessional team to develop innovative educational programs and research endeavors that focus on merging evidence-based lifestyle medicine with National Board for Health and Wellness Coaches (NBHWC) coaching competencies. Our graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and clinical skills to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams and to integrate behavior change theories into the delivery of medical nutrition therapy, preparing them to lead in advancing patient-centered, whole-person care.

Position Overview

The Academic Program Manager plays a key role in supporting student development and success by overseeing academic progress, supervised practice hours, and competency attainment. This position includes advising and recruiting students, promoting the program at community events, managing social media outreach, and using data to support continuous improvement. The manager collaborates with faculty, staff, and external partners to provide a coordinated and student-centered academic experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
  • Ability to analyze situations and data to implement appropriate solutions, and create assessment reports.
  • Detail and service oriented.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and effectively manage multiple assignments and projects.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Credentialed as Registered Dietitian (RD) or Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR).
  • Master’s degree.
  • Prior experience in advising or mentoring students.

Job Duties

  • Oversees the development of students through coordinated academic support, mentoring, and student engagement.
  • Collects, assesses, and interprets program data to support continuous improvement and student success.
  • Monitors student performance, content engagement, completion of supervised practice hours, and attainment of competencies.
  • Advises current and prospective students, provides support to students from application to graduation.
  • Participates in community events, informational sessions, and student recruitment activities.
  • Manages program social media accounts to enhance visibility and engagement.
  • Responds to information requests from prospective students.
  • Collaborates with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to ensure effective program delivery and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

  • Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

  • No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm, hybrid schedule (remote and in-office work required).

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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