Training Programs Manager

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Closing Date:

11/02/2026

Type of Position:

Talent and Organizational DevelopmentNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Global Campus PWDhttps://globalcampus.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Training Programs Manager supports the day-to-day operation and improvement of the Professional and Workforce Development training portfolio. This position monitors program performance, develops and reviews public-facing program messaging, supports training delivery, and helps resolve learner, instructor, and operational issues. The Training Programs Manager works across internal teams, faculty, trainers, and external curriculum providers to keep work moving and ensure programs are accurately represented and effectively delivered.

Interpersonal skills, flexibility, sound judgment, and proactive problem-solving are critical to success in this role. The Training Programs Manager maintains a broad understanding of the training portfolio, acts on feedback, and takes initiative to move work forward. This position provides an opportunity to influence the growth and evolution of Professional and Workforce Development programming while helping expand the team's capacity for employer-based and live training.

This position reports to and works closely with the Director of Professional and Workforce Development.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

The Training Programs Manager will work from the Global Campus location in Fayetteville, AR when not engaged in outreach or program activities. Some local and in-state travel is expected with occasional evening or weekend commitments.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education or equivalent additional work experience 

• At least three years of experience in positions with progressive accountability for measurable outcomes  

• Proven ability to move work forward in ambiguous situations using initiative, sound judgment, and influence without formal authority 

• Experience using data, feedback, or performance information to identify patterns and inform decisions 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting continuing education, workforce development, employer-based training or non-credit higher education 

• Project management or event management experience 

• Experience developing audience-focused program descriptions, marketing materials, or other external communications 

• Familiarity with HubSpot, Salesforce, Slate or another CRM system 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive working relationships  

• Ability to evaluate tradeoffs and document decisions clearly 
• Ability to take initiative and drive results

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

$56,123.00 - $59,500.00Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusNina Reich
HR Coordinator

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes