Program Director

University of Arkansas System

. Lead day-to-day implementation and deployment activities across participating rural partner sites .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, implementation planning, and stakeholder engagement within healthcare and public health contexts. Proven ability to coordinate activities across multiple sites while building relationships with community partners and healthcare organizations.

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Project ManagementImplementation PlanningStakeholder EngagementRural Health OutreachMicrosoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Implementation PlanningProject CoordinationTracking DeliverablesDeveloping TimelinesIdentifying BarriersHealthcare OperationsCommunity-Based ProgramsMultisite CoordinationGrant ReportingDigital Health Initiatives

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPCAPM

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealthcare AdministrationCommunity HealthRural HealthcareTelehealth

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead day-to-day implementation and deployment activities across participating rural partner sites
Develop implementation plans, establish milestones, coordinate activities, and monitor progress toward project goals and deliverables
Coordinate onboarding of participating rural organizations, including orientation, implementation readiness, communication, documentation, and site-specific activities
Develop and maintain implementation timelines, track milestones and deliverables, identify delays or barriers, and coordinate resolution
Coordinate and support field-based outreach, training, deployment, and program activities at rural sites and communities
Travel throughout Arkansas as needed to support implementation
Build and maintain relationships with healthcare organizations, community partners, project staff, and other stakeholders
Facilitate communication and ensure stakeholders receive timely and accurate project information
Maintain implementation documentation, track project activities and outcomes, and support grant reporting requirements
Identify opportunities to improve implementation processes and partner engagement
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, education, business, or a related field
Five (5) years of experience supporting healthcare, public health, community-based, or program operations
Experience with implementation planning, project coordination, rural health outreach, or stakeholder engagement
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience
Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Arkansas
Experience coordinating implementation activities across multiple sites or organizations
Strong project management and organizational skills
Experience developing and maintaining project timelines and tracking deliverables
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
Experience working with rural healthcare organizations or rural communities
Ability to coordinate multiple activities and priorities simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to identify implementation barriers and develop practical solutions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
Annual TB screening and pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification
Preferred: Master’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, business administration, education, or a related field
Preferred: Experience managing implementation of healthcare, public health, digital health, telehealth, community health, or grant-funded initiatives across multiple organizations or geographic locations
Preferred: PMP, CAPM, or similar project management certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, medical, dental and vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, vacation and sick leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched retirement contribution from UAMS
Basic life insurance up to $50,000
Career training and educational opportunities
Merchant discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy