Program Manager - High School Health Academy Programs

Program Manager - High School Health Academy Programs

Salary

$74,334.00 Annually

Location

Main Campus, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Type

Full-Time Board-Approved

Job Number

02979

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

K-12 Partnerships

Opening Date

08/11/2026

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JOB GOAL:

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited direction, the Program Manager for the High School Health Academy Programs will be responsible for the planning, implementation and oversight of the academy programs and courses for Kirkwood Community College's K-12 Partnerships Department in collaboration with the Kirkwood Health Department. The Program Manager will be responsible for program development, implementation, instructor recruitment and budgetary oversight. The Program Manager will be responsible for maintaining all institutional, local, state and national compliance and certifications and maintain the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing training center coordination.

This position will work regular office hours Monday through Friday with occasional evening commitments.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer and oversee the Health Academy Programs and related courses at program sites in Kirkwood's seven county region.
• Lead the performance and compliance of Kirkwood Community College's Nurse Aide program and assure compliance with all local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations regarding Nurse Aide.
• Coordinate and prepare reports pertinent to the program.
• Recruit, hire, train and evaluate instructors for the High School Health Academy programs in Kirkwood's seven county service area.
• Support instructors with issues of student compliance and program requirements.
• Coordinate and assist in the development of new courses and revisions of existing courses within the program.
• Assist instructors in preparation, delivery and troubleshooting of High School Health Academy courses.
• Establish and maintain relationships and communication with participating high schools and clinical agencies.
• Coordinate program and curriculum with instructors.
• Provide budgetary oversight of program functions.
• Counsel current and prospective students on appropriate educational needs.
• Effectively organize, prepare and evaluate course work in accordance with established and/or developed syllabi.
• Coordinate the process of requesting and maintaining instructional equipment, facilities and supplies for instructional use.
• Participate in state-wide programming activities.
• Participate in related program advisory committee and communications with the career field.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.
• Express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form.
• Must have own transportation to travel to other Kirkwood facilities, businesses and agencies to meet with college and community personnel and clients.
• Assume responsibility; deal effectively with problems and exercise independent judgment when making decisions while upholding Kirkwood and other program policies; procedures and compliance requirements.
• Be self-motivated, energetic and creative with strong personal computer skills and proven success working within a team-based environment.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, staff, administrators, clients and general public.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• RN license required.
• Two years' clinical experience in nursing with one year of long-term care experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse
• CPR for the Healthcare Professional Instructor (or ability to obtain within six months of employment)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• BSN with teaching experience.

EEO/AA STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572,equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone:(303) 844-5695FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email:OCR.Denver@ed.gov.

WHY KIRKWOOD:

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Kirkwood offers a wide range of employee benefits. Read more about them here!

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Do you have a RN license AND two years' clinical experience in nursing with one year of long-term care experience?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires at least one year of professional nursing experience in a long-term care setting. Please indicate whether you meet this requirement and briefly describe your long-term care nursing experience, including the setting and length of experience.

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Employer Kirkwood Community College

Address 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404

Phone 319-398-5572

Website http://www.kirkwood.edu