Program Director – ACWIH
University of Arkansas System
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Translate ACWIH’s strategic plan into actionable work plans and measurable outcomes.
- Ensure programmatic teams remain aligned with the Center’s overarching mission and objectives.
- Monitor progress toward goals, identify challenges, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Direct and coordinate the implementation of ACWIH initiatives statewide.
- Supervise staff and project leads to ensure timely, high-quality program delivery.
- Oversee the development of work plans, reports, and evaluation metrics to track impact.
- Manage contracts with partner organizations, ensuring deliverables are clearly defined, met on time, and in compliance with UAMS and funding requirements.
- Serve as the primary liaison with hospitals, community organizations, and statewide partners.
- Foster collaborative relationships that strengthen program reach and sustainability.
- Oversee billing compliance for perinatal Community Health Workers (CHWs), ensuring adherence to Medicaid and other payer requirements.
- Monitor budgets, expenditures, and reimbursement processes in coordination with finance staff.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
- Provide staff leadership to the ACWIH Governing Board, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on board decisions.
- Support board development and maintain effective governance processes.
- Prepare and present regular reports on program performance and strategic priorities.
- May Perform Other Duties as Assigned to Support the Centers' Mission
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree OR Master's Degree in public health, health administration, social work, nursing, or related field, PLUS six (6) years of project management experience within a research or community-based setting, including at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
- Bachelor's degree in business, health, or scientific field PLUS six (6) years of project management experience within a research or community-based setting, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Little Rock, AR, or the Greater Northwest, AR, regions
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
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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