Academic Program Manager

Academic Program Manager

Open Date  | 06/18/2025
Requisition Number  | PRN42214B
Job Title  | Academic Program Manager
Working Title  | Regional Affairs Program Manager
Job Grade  | E
FLSA Code  | Executive
Patient Sensitive Job Code?  | No
Standard Hours per Week  | 40
Full Time or Part Time?  | Full Time
Shift  | Day
Work Schedule Summary  | Monday – Friday, business hours. This position is expected to work remotely initially and will transition to a hybrid role, requiring regular onsite presence. The Southern Utah Regional Campus will be located in a transitional space located at 225 S. University Avenue in St. George, Utah.
VP Area  | U of U Health - Academics
Department  | 01473 - SOM Administration
Location  | Other
City  | St. George, UT
Type of Recruitment  | External Posting
Pay Rate Range  | $52,000 – 55,000/annually
Close Date  | 08/18/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)  |

Job Summary 
The Regional Affairs Program Manager for the Southern Utah Regional Medical Campus (SURMC) is responsible for managing and coordinating program logistics for student learning and community engagement, and assisting in the development of community relationships. The Regional Affairs Program Manager will refine and expand rural programs, in alignment with Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine (SFESOM) Salt Lake campus mission and standards, and identify opportunities for program improvement to ensure that they meet the needs of students, staff, and faculty in the region. The incumbent will be instrumental in building and maintaining relationships with constituencies both internal and external to the SFESOM. This position will report to the Associate Director of Regional Administration. Our generous University staff benefits package includes but is not limited to: health care and dental plan options, tuition reduction, UTA pass, paid holidays, paid leave time, employer and employee paid retirement, and more!

Responsibilities 
Collaborates with faculty, staff, and community partners to develop and manage programs that provide students with hands-on experience in rural and underserved healthcare settings. Partners with Associate Director of Regional Administration to cultivate relationships with internal and external constituents, including donors, preceptors, health systems, higher education institutions, and interdisciplinary programs. Coordinates program logistics, including scheduling, site selection, and student placements; maintains program records and documentation, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. Monitors, assesses, and prepares reports on the impact of programs on students’ learning and community engagement; gathers student and faculty feedback to evaluate experiences and identify opportunities for program enhancement and innovation. Collaborates with the Faculty Development team to implement preceptor development programs, ensuring that clinical educators are supported and well-prepared to train and mentor SURMC students. Assists in the implementation of affiliation agreements with partnering healthcare institutions and both in-patient and out-patient clinical environments. Works with academic and clinical teams to refine and expand Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships (LICs) as a core component of the mission-driven MD Program experience. Stays updated on trends and best practices in medical education and community-based learning; proposes and implements changes to align the program with evolving needs and strategies. Serves as a liaison to Salt Lake campus teams, such as marketing and communications, regional affairs, and admissions, to ensure effective outreach and communications in the region. 

Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree in a related area plus three years of experience in budget, grant and program management or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Develops and implements program ideas into successful academic and research programs; demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
An advanced degree (e.g., master’s or higher) in a related field, such as education, healthcare administration, or public health. Experience in program management, preferably in healthcare or education. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to collaborate with diverse constituents, including faculty, students, staff, community partners, and healthcare professionals. Knowledge of medical education and experience with rural healthcare settings. Experience managing and successfully implementing programs, especially in healthcare or education. Several years of relevant experience is highly desired. Highly effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal relationship skills to prioritize deadlines and lead staff. Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial role. Demonstrate a strong passion and commitment to improving healthcare access in rural and underserved communities. Background and/or understanding of rural/underserved social determinants of health, medical education, and/or academia. Ability to work well and effectively with others, specifically those in the health sciences, academia, and rural/underserved communities. Strong ability to adapt to day-to-day program needs, budgetary advances, and external stakeholders’ needs. Ability to work independently and take initiative to achieve outcomes is essential.

Type  | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary  |

Additional Information  
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
 
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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