Medical Education Prog Mgr

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Educational Administration, Health Education, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Needs Assessment, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Operational Strategy, Problem Solving Skills, Risk Analysis, Set Goals, Team Player, Thought Leadership, Women's Health
LOCATION
Albuquerque, NM
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Summary:

The Education Manager for the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology provides strategic and operational leadership for the department's educational programs. This role is responsible for supporting learners, staff, and faculty, ensuring compliance with accreditation and institutional requirements, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture, and advancing the department's educational mission. The Education Manager serves as an advocate for the education team and a connector across programs and leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

Educational Oversight & Strategy

  • Maintain a strong understanding of all educational programs within the department, including how they intersect and who supports each component.
  • Work to identify needs, risks, and opportunities with each program.
  • Develop and communicate goals for education programs aligned with departmental and institutional goals.
  • Translate strategic goals into clear, actionable tasks and priorities for the team.
  • Demonstrate awareness of and passion for women's health education and training.

Operations, Compliance & Structure

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable accreditation, regulatory, and institutional requirements (e.g., ACGME, LCME, departmental handbooks, policies, and procedures).
  • Bring structure and clarity to educational operations, roles, and workflows.
  • Attend and actively participate in relevant departmental, institutional, and leadership meetings.
  • Serve as a key liaison between education programs, department leadership, and institutional partners.

Leadership & Team Support

  • Serve as a visible, supportive, and approachable leader who advocates for the education team.
  • Foster trust through clear direction, transparency, and consistency.
  • Promote team wellness and professional growth.
  • Build and sustain strong, collaborative teams with a focus on inclusivity and respect for diverse perspectives and values.
  • Demonstrate compassion, emotional intelligence, and thoughtful leadership, particularly in high-pressure or complex situations.

Conflict Management & Communication

  • Establish clear expectations and boundaries for the team.
  • Address conflict proactively and constructively.
  • Demonstrate strong judgment in knowing when to step in, when to coach, and when to empower others to resolve issues independently.
  • Be open to feedback and committed to continuous self-improvement.

About the Company

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University of New Mexico

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Positions


UNM has a number of positions available for staff, faculty, and student employees in various academic fields and levels of experience. Everyone hired into the UNM community serves a vital role in supporting our mission. We’re here to educate and encourage students to develop the values, habits of mind, knowledge, and skills that they need to be enlightened citizens, contribute to the state and national economies, and lead satisfying lives.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1889
WEBSITE
http://www.unm.edu/