NORTHWEST NAZARENE UNIVERSITY

Office of Doctor in Clinical Psychology (PsyD)

PsyD Program Manager

Description of Position 

The PsyD Program Manager is the backbone of the PsyD program. This position is responsible for the collection and reporting of accreditation data as well as assist and support the department chair, the Director of Clinical Training and PsyD Faculty. 

This is a full-time, non-exempt position and reports to the Department Chair. 

 Essential Functions  

• Coordinates course scheduling and cohort registration to ensure accurate program progression. 
• Manages and maintains the PsyD program calendar, including deadlines, meetings, and events. 
• Oversees and maintains accreditation data systems, ensuring accuracy and readiness for reporting. 
• Coordinates onboarding processes for students, faculty, and staff from admission through entry. 
• Serves as the primary point of contact for students, providing timely, professional, and supportive communication. 
• Plans and coordinates program events, meetings, and community engagement activities. 
• Supervises and directs graduate assistants and support staff, ensuring task completion and accountability. 
• Maintains accurate and confidential student records with strong attention to detail. 
• Independently seeks out information and collaborates across departments to resolve issues and support program operations. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 2+ years of administrative, program coordination, or operations experience 
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple systems and maintain accuracy across complex tasks 
• Proven ability to take initiative, work independently, and follow through on responsibilities with minimal supervision 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and positively with students, faculty, and staff 
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively across departments 
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail 
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines, and maintain follow-through 
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings or weekends
• The University requires that all staff members be Christians (preferably in the Wesleyan tradition) and must be comfortable with and in agreement with the mission and lifestyle values of NNU and be willing to help advance the spiritual goals of the University. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Psychology, Higher Education, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in higher education or program administration 
• Experience with Canvas or other learning management systems 
• Experience supporting accreditation processes or structured data reporting 

Compensation
The salary will be determined by the educational background and experience of each applicant. Full-time personnel will be offered access to a benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance for employee and family, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending plan, tuition benefits, opportunities for professional development, and a retirement program.

Application Process 

To be considered for this position, a complete application packet must be received. Complete application packet will include the following: 

• Letter of interest 
• NNU Application 
• Resume 
• Statement of Faith/Church Membership 
• One (1) pastoral letter of recommendation  
• Two (2) professional letters of recommendation  

Northwest Nazarene University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, Northwest Nazarene University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended).