Program Director - Rural Health Data & Analytics, Southwest & Northwest Regions - Preventative ...

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University seeks a Program Director for Rural Health Data & Analytics to lead data governance, integration, and reporting across the Northwest and Southwest rural health initiatives. The role requires directing data systems, analytics, and performance dashboards to drive program outcomes.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration with partners, and ensuring data quality to inform strategic decisions and public health interventions in rural Florida.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and four years of experience related to technical services.
• Reliable transportation and a valid Driver's License or ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct planning, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of data management, integration, governance, and reporting.
• Develop/oversee data collection, validation, quality assurance across participating organizations.
• Train and supervise regional data analysts to support the program.
• Develop, administer, and maintain performance measurement and reporting systems.
• Produce analytical reports and recommendations for planning, evaluation, and decision making.
• Coordinate with partners to support data collection, reporting, and performance measurement activities.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

Reporting

Leadership & supervision

Education

Master's degree

4 years related experience

Job description

Job Title: Program Director - Rural Health Data & Analytics, Southwest & Northwest Regions - Preventative Care & Care At Home (Rural Health Transformation Program - College of Medicine)

Location: Remote

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63711

Department

Rural Health Transformation Program - College of Medicine

Florida State University’s College of Medicine has been awarded more than $19 million through the Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen healthcare access and outcomes in rural Florida. The funding will support six new projects focused on critical needs including behavioral health, preventive care, food insecurity, telehealth, at-home care and healthcare workforce development. Through partnerships with communities and healthcare organizations across Northwest and Southwest Florida, FSU is working to bring innovative, practical solutions directly to rural communities and help close longstanding gaps in care.

Responsibilities

Data Management, Integration, and Governance: Direct planning, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of data management, integration, governance, and reporting. Provide leadership to healthcare partner data personnel and collaborate with technical staff across participating organizations to ensure consistent implementation of data governance standards, reporting, and data management processes. Manage and maintain multiple data systems supporting RHTP Bundle 1 NW and SW activities. Develop/oversee data collection, validation, quality assurance processes across participating organizations. Coordinate acquisition and integration of data from multiple sources. Train and supervise regional data analysts to support the program.

Performance Measurement and Reporting: Develop, administer, and maintain performance measurement and reporting systems that monitor project milestones, implementation progress, quality metrics, healthcare utilization outcomes, workforce measures, and population health indicators. Support program accountability, operational decision-making, funding requirements, and continuous quality improvement through the delivery of dashboards, data visualizations, and routine performance reports.

Evaluation and Analytics: Conduct data analysis and evaluation activities to assess program implementation, effectiveness, outcomes, and impact. Produce analytical reports and recommendations that support strategic planning, program evaluation, and evidence-based decision-making. Produce summary reports, data visualizations, infographics, presentations, and other analytical products for internal and external audiences.

Stakeholder and Technical Support: Coordinate with partners to support effective data collection, reporting, and performance measurement activities. Provides technical assistance, training, and consultation regarding data systems, reporting requirements, and program data processes. Collaborate with implementation teams, practice facilitators, evaluators, healthcare leaders, and community stakeholders to support program objectives.

Qualifications

Master's degree and four years of experience related to technical services. (Higher education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)

Reliable transportation, and a valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Contact Info

Georgia Arnold

Program Director

Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position will be supporting Bundle 1 - Preventative Care & Care At Home Northwest and Southwest regions on the Rural Health Transformation Program Map. For purposes of this position, the geographic regions are defined as follows:

Northwest Florida Region: Includes Bay, Calhoun, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Wakulla, Walton, and Washington counties.

Southwest Florida Region: Includes Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Lee, Manatee, Okeechobee, and Sarasota counties.

This position has been designated as eligible for remote work based on the current position/job functions.

This position requires regular travel in support of program activities and responsibilities. Travel may occur within the employee’s assigned region and throughout the State of Florida, as needed. The frequency and location of travel may vary based on programmatic and operational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.