University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Hiring for Program Manager, Development at Reno Full Time

Position:  Program Manager, Entrepreneurial Development

Program Manager, Entrepreneurial Development page is loaded Program Manager, Entrepreneurial Development Apply locations University of Nevada, Reno – Main Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition  R0141040

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a Program Manager, Entrepreneurial Development. The Program Manager, Entrepreneurial Development, is responsible for creating and supporting new and existing programs that contribute to the development of faculty, student and community entrepreneurs and small business success through federally funded programs, business incubation and acceleration, and technology commercialization. This position designs and executes entrepreneurial programming and manages the development of a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.

This position will support entrepreneurial development programs associated with both University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV). The ideal candidate will develop strategies for applying for and managing grants and programs, communicate and share resources with program stakeholders, coordinate educational events, and establish new programs to further both universities’ objective of creating a vibrant innovation ecosystem in Nevada.

Duties include but are not limited to:

SAGE (Sierra Accelerator for Growth and Entrepreneurship) Program Management

• Manages SAGE program funded by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) to increase Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants in Nevada.

• Assists statewide entrepreneurs with eligibility, identifies suitable grant solicitations, review pre-proposal requirements, and provides other assistance for successful proposal submission and award potential.

• Conducts data gathering, surveys and analyses to report on demographics, outcomes, metrics, and critical information for all stakeholders.

• Creates and manages program budget and resources.

• Cultivates relationships with community partners, stakeholders, local industry and university faculty, staff and students across the state and support their entrepreneurship activities.

• Oversees outreach initiatives for SAGE program, through various channels, newsletters, university and partner communications, promotion methods. Promotes SAGE program to potential candidates.

• Develops, organizes, and delivers educational programs to community entrepreneurs and university members.

• Hires, trains, performs evaluations, and disciplines interns and student workers.

• Collaborates with Research and Innovation’s Marketing and Communications and ensures timely updates to the SAGE website content, program events, and activities.

Entrepreneurial Program Development

• Researches and develops grant funded entrepreneurship programs and initiatives beyond SBIR/STTR including but not limited to the NSF I-Corps and programs funded by US Small Business Administrations (SBA), the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) and other state and federal agencies.

• Researches, prepares, and submits grant proposals for federally funded entrepreneurship programs to ensure long-term sustainability.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and two years (2) of related experience OR

Master’s Degree and one (1) year of related experience

Related

Experience:

Project or program management, market research, preparing and/or reviewing technology/business pitches, working with entrepreneurs and startups or related.

Schedule or Travel Requirements

• Variable work schedule

• Occasional travel

Compensation Grade

Administrative Faculty B

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit:
Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement!

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual “A” or “B” contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at UNR!

• Health insurance options including dental and vision – Health Insurance

• Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance – Faculty Benefits

• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options .…