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Reporting jointly to the Associate Dean for Graduate Business Programs & Executive Education and the Assistant Dean for Enrollment Marketing, this position serves as a central connector across graduate business programs and Executive Education initiatives. The role supports efforts to strengthen enrollment pathways, enhance program visibility, foster collaboration across programs, and build relationships that contribute to long-term program growth and student success.
The Manager will develop comprehensive knowledge of all graduate business programs and Executive Education offerings and serve as a visible ambassador for the graduate portfolio. Working closely with enrollment management, student services, program leadership, and external stakeholders, this individual will help cultivate strategic partnerships, engage prospective students, coordinate portfolio-wide initiatives and events, identify opportunities for collaboration and cross-promotion, and contribute to efforts that create more intentional pathways into graduate education.
The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, highly organized, and energized by connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships, creating momentum around new initiatives, and helping individuals navigate important educational and career decisions.
This position offers broad exposure across graduate education and Executive Education initiatives and the opportunity to contribute to enrollment growth, stakeholder engagement, and the continued advancement of graduate and professional education opportunities at the University of Utah.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Manager, Graduate Program Partnerships & Strategic Initiatives
$54,000 - $73,000/yr
The University of Utah seeks a highly collaborative, relationship-oriented professional to serve as Manager, Graduate Program Partnerships.
Reporting jointly to the Associate Dean for Graduate Business Programs & Executive Education and the Assistant Dean for Enrollment Marketing, this position serves as a central connector across graduate business programs and Executive Education initiatives. The role supports efforts to strengthen enrollment pathways, enhance program visibility, foster collaboration across programs, and build relationships that contribute to long-term program growth and student success.
The Manager will develop comprehensive knowledge of all graduate business programs and Executive Education offerings and serve as a visible ambassador for the graduate portfolio. Working closely with enrollment management, student services, program leadership, and external stakeholders, this individual will help cultivate strategic partnerships, engage prospective students, coordinate portfolio-wide initiatives and events, identify opportunities for collaboration and cross-promotion, and contribute to efforts that create more intentional pathways into graduate education.
The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, highly organized, and energized by connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships, creating momentum around new initiatives, and helping individuals navigate important educational and career decisions.
This position offers broad exposure across graduate education and Executive Education initiatives and the opportunity to contribute to enrollment growth, stakeholder engagement, and the continued advancement of graduate and professional education opportunities at the University of Utah.
Responsibilities
Graduate Program & Executive Education Partnerships
- Develop and maintain relationships with partner institutions, community organizations, employers, alumni, and other stakeholders that support graduate business programs and Executive Education initiatives.
- Identify and cultivate opportunities that strengthen enrollment pathways, program visibility, and strategic partnerships.
- Serve as a point of coordination for partnership-related initiatives spanning multiple programs and stakeholder groups.
- Support efforts to build relationships that drive long-term program growth and engagement.
Enrollment Engagement & Pipeline Development
- Develop comprehensive knowledge of all graduate business programs and Executive Education offerings and effectively communicate program value propositions to prospective students and stakeholders.
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource for prospective students, helping them evaluate educational opportunities aligned with their goals.
- Build and maintain prospective student pipelines through events, presentations, meetings, and other engagement activities.
- Collaborate with enrollment and admissions teams to support recruitment, conversion, and enrollment growth initiatives.
- Utilize CRM and related tools to track engagement, manage relationships, and support enrollment efforts.
Graduate Portfolio Coordination
- Serve as a central connector across graduate business programs and Executive Education initiatives, fostering collaboration and alignment among stakeholders.
- Build strong working relationships with faculty, program leaders, enrollment teams, and student services professionals.
- Identify opportunities for cross-promotion, shared initiatives, and increased visibility across the graduate portfolio.
- Support initiatives that strengthen the prospective student, admitted student, and overall student experience.
Events & Engagement
- Lead planning and execution of portfolio-wide events, preview programs, information sessions, partner visits, and other engagement activities.
- Collaborate with program teams to develop event strategies that support enrollment, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement.
- Ensure a high-quality and consistent experience for prospective students, partners, alumni, and visitors.
- Leverage events as a tool for relationship building, program awareness, and enrollment growth.
Strategic Initiatives & Operational Support
- Support strategic initiatives that advance graduate program and Executive Education priorities.
- Conduct research, gather information, and develop recommendations to support planning and decision-making.
- Coordinate cross-functional projects involving multiple programs, departments, and stakeholders.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and other materials in support of leadership priorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
- Experience in recruiting, enrollment management, admissions, business development, account management, partnership development, or related fields.
- Demonstrated success building relationships and developing pipelines through consultative engagement.
- Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
- Experience coordinating events, partnerships, programs, or initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
- Experience utilizing CRM systems and related tools to track engagement and outcomes.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and adapt in a dynamic environment.
- Experience engaging professional, client, customer, student, or other relationship-driven audiences preferred.
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- * How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
- 14 years or more
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Open Date
06/05/2026
Requisition Number
PRN45272B
Job Title
Operations Program Managers
Working Title
Manager, Graduate Program Partnerships & Strategic Initiatives
Career Progression Track
P00
Track Level
P2 - Developing
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
- Monday through Friday, on-site at the University of Utah.
- Occasional evenings or weekends may be required to support classes, events, networking functions, or recruitment activities.
- This role is not eligible for hybrid or remote work and is considered an essential campus position supporting faculty, staff, students, and prospective students in person.
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00033 - Executive Education
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$54,000 to $73,000
Close Date
06/12/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
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PostedJune 5, 2026
ClosesJuly 5, 2026