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General Director, Program Management

PageUp Desc Code: PRO - General Director, Program Management

Function: PRO - Project/Program Management

Sub-function: Program Management

Discipline: Program Management

Career Track: General Administration

Career Track Level: Management / Leadership - Level 3


Project/Program Management: Project/Program Management involves planning, executing, and closing projects or programs in support of the universitys strategic initiatives.

Program Management: Program Management is responsible for the oversight of the planning, execution, and success of the program. Typical duties include program planning and development, program evaluation, policy development and analysis, and coordination of resources.

General Administration: Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Management / Leadership: Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.

Level 3: Senior: These positions require experience and education, act independently, and may provide some team leadership.