Assistant Director, Programs

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

Little Rock, AR

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Alliance/Partner Management, Alzheimer's, Best Practices, Brochures, Budget Management, Budgeting, Clinical Outcomes, Clinical Research, Clinical Support, Community Health, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Educational Evaluation, Geriatrics, Grant Writing, Health Education, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, Higher Education, Human Health, Instructional Design, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Life Insurance, Literacy, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Nursing, Online Communications, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, People Management, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primary Care, Project Management Certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Public Health, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Social Media, Social Work, Software Administration, Strategic Planning, Streaming Technology, Team Player, Time Management, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Vision Plan

LOCATION

Little Rock, AR

POSTED

Today

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Closing Date:
07/26/2026
Type of Position:
Senior Professional Staff - Operations
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department:
COM | Geriatrics Geriatric Education

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative (AGEC) seeks a strong, strategic leader to oversee statewide educational, outreach, clinical and communication initiatives that support the goals of the Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) grant. The Assistant Director will provide leadership for staff, partnerships, program development, marketing, budgeting, and grant-related activities that advance the health and well-being of older adults across Arkansas. This position requires a strong, strategic leader who can effectively guide teams, manage complex partnerships, and oversee high impact educational and outreach initiatives across the state.
Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Gerontology, Nursing, Social Work, Higher Education, or a related health or human services field, plus five (5) years of leadership experience in program management, community outreach, and/or health-related education, or
Master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Gerontology, Nursing, Social Work, Higher Education, or a related health or human services field, plus three (3) years of leadership experience in program management, community outreach, and/or health-related education required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Experience supervising professional staff and managing multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience developing and delivering educational programming in virtual and in-person formats.
Experience working with community leaders/partners, healthcare organizations, and/or academic institutions.
Strong skills in project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
Proficiency in data collection, evaluation processes, and quality-improvement methodologies.
,Writing, public speaking and social media experience, leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP, DrPH) in a related field
Minimum 10 years related experience.
Licensed in a health professional field.
Certification in project management, quality improvement, or related areas (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma, CHES/MCHES).
Experience with grants.
Experience working with older adult populations or aging-related services.
Experience in curriculum development or instructional design
Familiarity with health literacy standards and best practices
Experience conducting or supporting applied research and disseminating findings
Experience with strategic planning and organizational development.
Familiar with developing interview questions and dialogue.
Develops scripts.
Ability to write well, good public speaking skills.
Represents AGEC professionally at all times.

Responsibilities:

Provides strong leadership, supervision, and evaluation for AGEC education coordinators, communications specialists, and additional personnel as needed.
Oversees outreach and education staff, including scheduling, workload management, and coordination of activities.
Ensures high-quality performance, professional growth, and alignment with AGEC and GWEP goals.
Develops, delivers, and manages educational programming-including continuing education credit-for healthcare professionals, direct care workers, first responders, community members, students, and other audiences.
Translates evidence-based content into scripts, presentations, and diverse educational modalities tailored to varied learning needs.
Conducts programs through multiple formats, including face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid methods.
Establishes, strengthens, and expands partnerships with academic institutions, primary care organizations, community senior centers, AARP representatives, Alzheimer's Associations, first responders, the Community Health Worker Association, and other community partners.
Collaborates with UAMS and partner institutions to design and implement interprofessional activities and clinical experiences that support students, faculty, and community stakeholders.
Actively participates in community and statewide committees that influence older-adult health and services.
Serves as a key contributor to AGEC strategic planning, program brainstorming, budgeting, and development of HRSA basic grant needs, supplemental requests, and carry-forward proposals.
Leads quality-improvement initiatives for AGEC outreach activities and ensures coordination of education, activities, and outcomes with AGEC clinical partners.
Performs data collection and root-cause analysis to identify barriers to achieving grant objectives and proposes evidence-informed solutions.
Provides leadership for all public-facing and partner communications, including web content, social media, streaming, and general marketing activities.
Ensures program materials meet appropriate health-literacy standards and oversees the development of educational packets, announcements, and brochures.
Ensures all website content related to programs, activities, and evaluations is accurate, current, and user-friendly.
Develops and manages AGEC budgets for outreach, marketing, communications, and educational partner-related programs.
Prepares budget drafts and justifications for AGEC/HRSA funds and collaborates with subaward grantees and contractors on budget development.
Supports grant applications, submissions, evaluation processes, and reporting requirements.
Participates in research with AGEC staff and partners and disseminates findings through appropriate channels.
Oversees data collection for demographics, evaluations, and all required reporting elements for grant compliance.
Provides accurate, timely information needed to construct reports for grant organizations and stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Sitting, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crawling, Kneeling, Reaching, Standing, Stooping
Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Assistant Director, Programs

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

Little Rock, AR

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