Senior Program Coordinator

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a seasoned Program Manager to direct operation of a major program, exercising independent judgment and authority. The role emphasizes budget development, oversight, and building relationships with internal and external departments.

It requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 7 years of experience, with possible supervision of staff. The candidate should demonstrate strong communication and policy development skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Education/Social Science, or related field.
• 7 years experience in appropriate field (may consider additional years of experience in lieu of education).
• 2 years supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs, analyzes, coordinates, and evaluates program operation and procedures.
• Develops and oversees budget development for the program.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with internal/external departments and organizations.
• Sets goals, directs evaluations, and approves schedules and standards to achieve objectives.
• Recommends new policies and procedures for program improvements.
• Plans and coordinates events and conferences; presents data and program information.
• Ensures internal controls and compliance with laws and policies.

Skills

Reading/Writing/Analysis

Verbal and written communication

Budget tracking

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Education/Social Science, or related field

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

This position works under minimal supervision to direct operation of program or project, exercising independent judgment and authority as required.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree In Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Education/Social Science, or related field
• Experience
  7 years Experience in appropriate field and
  May consider additional years of experience in lieu of education.

Preferred

• Experience
  2 years In supervisory capacity and

JOB DUTIES

• Directs, analyzes, coordinates, and evaluates program operation and procedures.
• Develops and/or oversees development of budget for program.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from program.
• Establishes program goals and objectives and directs program evaluation and quality control activities; develops and/or approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals.
• Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of program activities.
• Plans and coordinates special events. Participates in conferences. Presents data and program information.
• Responsible for design, execution, and effectiveness of system of internal controls, which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, and financial information is reliable.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates training and development of staff as necessary.
• Reads literature and attends functions to keep abreast of relevant scientific and technical developments related to program.
• Serves on committees as representative of assigned program as appropriate.
• May provide supervision to staff members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires ability to read, write, analyze data, develop plans and procedures, and coordinate resources to accomplish goals.
• Work requires good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work requires responsibility for development, maintenance, and tracking of program accounts/budgets.
• Work requires responsibility for review, recommendation, development, and implementation of policies related to program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hospital Setting
• Office Setting

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.