Director of Programs

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

85d

About The Position

The Co-Director will partner with the Program Director to provide leadership and strategic direction for the South-Central Telehealth Resource Center (SCTRC), a federally funded program through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) that has maintained continuous support for over 15 years. This role involves overseeing daily operations, developing and managing projects, ensuring compliance with federal grant requirements, and guiding staff through supervision, training, and professional development. The Co-Director supports strategic planning, budget oversight, and the successful execution of program deliverables. Additional duties include coordinating conferences and events, managing website content and marketing materials, facilitating meetings, hosting site visitors, and leading outreach and communication initiatives. The position also contributes to departmental activities such as grant development, event planning, and promotion of telehealth education and awareness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Five (5) years of administrative and program management experience
• Experience managing budgets and supervising staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related tools
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in public health, business administration, communications, or a related field
• Experience in telehealth program management or healthcare grant administration

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for SCTRC programs and related grants
• Collaborate with the Program Director on program planning, implementation, and evaluation to meet federal deliverables and performance goals
• Oversee program budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure compliance with HRSA and UAMS fiscal requirements
• Supervise and mentor staff, promoting professional growth and high-quality performance
• Coordinate regional and national conferences, workshops, and educational events, including logistics and vendor relations
• Oversee development of website content, digital materials, and promotional collateral in partnership with communications staff
• Lead community and stakeholder engagement activities to strengthen partnerships and expand the reach of telehealth initiatives
• Prepare progress reports, presentations, and documentation for HRSA and institutional leadership
• Serve as a representative of SCTRC at meetings, conferences, and outreach events
• Support departmental initiatives through event planning, grant writing, and marketing efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned to advance the mission of IDHI and UAMS

Benefits

• 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)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees