Program Manager - TX Rural Hospital Academy

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

Position Description

Designs, implements and manages an assigned program. Typical duties can include but are not limited to: Identify funding opportunities, conduct program assessments, prepare program reports, oversee and manage program marketing and communications, manage program databases, supervise program staff, plan research activities, coordinate program events, participate in strategic planning, manage program files, establish program standards and objectives, direct logistical activities to promote the success of programs, develop and implement project timelines and ensures deadlines are met, oversee program budget, ensure goals and objectives of grants are met, assists in proposal writing, comply and analyze program statistics.

Major/Essential Functions

• Oversee the development, implementation, and day-to-day operations of the Texas Rural Hospital Officers Academy to provide professional development for rural hospital executives.
• Coordinate with faculty and subject matter experts to garner presenters, develop curriculum, program materials, and create educational activities for the Academy.
• Support marketing and outreach efforts to help build relationships and promote awareness of the Academy to elicit applicants.
• Responsible for compliance and timely processing of travel reimbursement for presenters and participants.
• Develop event plans for the Academy and host the event.
• Accountable for applicant screening, enrollment, and tracking, along with developing a process to maintain an Academy alumni network.
• Develop work plans, track data, outcomes, budgets, and reporting along with submitting project deliverables as required.
• Attend conferences, educational events, and/or webinars to stay current on policies, procedures, initiatives, and program requirements to support the Academy, Institute, and Rural Affairs.
• Work to develop strategies for program sustainability for the Academy.
• Completes special or additional projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience managing or supporting program operations OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal eight (8) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in rural health, healthcare finance/administration, educational programs, or related settings.
• Skilled at engaging effectively and developing internal and external partners.
• Experience with implementing and developing new programs
• Experience with curriculum development.
• Demonstrated experience working with multiple stakeholders, funding organizations, and strict compliance guidelines.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of rural health systems, preferably within Texas or similar underserved regions.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.