Program Manager - Department of Physical Therapy Phoenix

The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University’s Department of Rehabilitation Sciences seeks an Operations Manager for the DPT Phoenix Campus. This hybrid role oversees operations, budget, personnel, and facilities, guiding program leadership and staff to ensure excellence in education, research, and clinical innovation.

You will manage insights reports, coordinate lab sessions and events, and direct IT and website support for the DPT program, aligning with accreditation standards and campus needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related discipline is typically required.
• 5–7 years of program or project management experience in higher education administration.
• Strong organization, communication, interpersonal and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Program Director, Directors, and Faculty on strategy, operations, budget, personnel, and facilities.
• Assist the Program Director with problem-solving, project planning and program management.
• Develop financial, personnel and facilities reports for internal and external bodies.
• Oversee DPT Program Administrative staff, including Program Administrator, Coordinators, and Assistants.
• Prepare spreadsheets and surveys for data analysis and monitoring of resources.
• Coordinate onsite lab sessions, events, and graduation receptions, including lab setup.
• Plan and direct IT in the DPT Program; manage contracts and the program website.

Skills

Program management

Budget management

Staff supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in related discipline

Job description

Overview

The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences is dedicated to advancing the field of physical therapy through excellence in education, research, and clinical innovation. Home to Tufts University's four Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs-Boston, Phoenix, Seattle, and Atlanta, the department supports a diverse community of approximately 80 faculty members and 20 staff across multiple campuses.

Faculty within the department are engaged in collaborative, impactful research aimed at addressing critical challenges in rehabilitation and physical therapy. Key areas of focus include developing and evaluating interventions for specialized populations, advancing the science of physical examination and diagnosis, and improving understanding of pain mechanisms to enhance patient outcomes. Through its commitment to scholarship, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences prepares future leaders in physical therapy while contributing meaningful advancements to the profession.

This position is for the DPT program based in Phoenix, AZ. This is a hybrid position. Applicants must be within commuting distance to the Tufts University Phoenix campus as routine visits will be required. The Tufts DPT programs offer an accelerated hybrid education model designed to develop high-performing healthcare professionals with the skills and perspectives necessary to meet team-oriented healthcare demands and serve the health and well-being of diverse populations.

What You'll Do

Responsible to manage the operations, budget, personnel, and facilities of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program - Phoenix Campus.

• Advise the Program Director, Directors, and Faculty regarding the strategic plan, operations, budget, personnel, and facilities.
• Provide assistance to the Program Director in problem-solving, project planning and management of the program.
• Develop financial, personnel and facilities reports for internal and external bodies, including external accrediting bodies.
• Oversee and supervise work of DPT Program Administrative staff including Program Administrator, Program Coordinators, and/or Program Assistants, all hybrid positions.
• Prepare spreadsheets/reports/surveys for data analysis and monitoring of all financial resources, including operations, personnel, equipment, and revenue.
• In conjunction with program leadership and faculty, plan, manage and direct the onsite lab intensive sessions, onsite and virtual events, and onsite graduation reception for the DPT Program, including construction/deconstruction of labs and coordination of moving equipment.
• Plan, manage and direct the information and instructional technology in the DPT Program. Coordinate contracts for IT, software, etc. annually. Plan and support the DPT Program website and coordinate with the Marketing department.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:

Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

• Experience typically acquired by a Master's degree in related discipline
• 5-7 years of program or project management experience in higher education administration
• Strong organization, communication, interpersonal and management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Management experience in a hybrid environment
• Management experience in a DPT program

Pay Range

Minimum $81,200.00, Midpoint $101,600.00, Maximum $120,900.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.