Program Manager - Rural Health Academy & Partnerships

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a Program Manager to lead the Rural Hospital Officers Academy, coordinating curriculum, faculty, and outreach to rural health executives. You will oversee operations, track outcomes, and ensure program sustainability, working with multiple stakeholders across departments.

The role emphasizes proposal writing support, budgeting, travel reimbursements, and timely deliverables within TTUHSC’s mission to improve rural health systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years managing or supporting program operations, or 8 years combined education/experience.
• Preferred: Master’s degree and experience in rural health, healthcare finance/administration, or educational programs.
• Strong ability to engage internal and external partners and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with curriculum development and program scalability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and daily operations of the Rural Hospital Officers Academy for rural health executives.
• Coordinate with faculty to develop curriculum and educational materials for the Academy.
• Support marketing and outreach to raise awareness and attract applicants.
• Ensure timely processing of travel reimbursements for presenters and participants.
• Develop event plans and host Academy events.
• Screen applicants, manage enrollment, and maintain an alumni network.
• Track data, budgets, and reporting; submit project deliverables as required.
• Attend conferences and webinars to stay current on policies and program requirements.
• Develop strategies for long-term program sustainability.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Skills

Rural health

Stakeholder engagement

Curriculum development

Program operations management

Partnership development

Grant/compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a Program Manager to lead the Rural Hospital Officers Academy, coordinating curriculum, faculty, and outreach to rural health executives. You will oversee operations, track outcomes, and ensure program sustainability, working with multiple stakeholders across departments.

The role emphasizes proposal writing support, budgeting, travel reimbursements, and timely deliverables within TTUHSC’s mission to improve rural health systems.