Rural Health Project Manager

General Statement Of Duties
To work with State agencies and/or organizations to develop and strengthen cross-system collaboration and implementation of the Rural Health Professional Development and Continuing Education system. To be responsible for project development; to perform research, program evaluation, fiscal and policy analysis on RI s Rural Health Professional Development and Continuing Education system/programs; to initiate, plan, coordinate, supervise and review continuous information on the program;

to serve in a highly responsible communication capacity supporting a number of state departments in their contact with state, local, public and officials; and to do related work as required.

Hybrid Details: 2 days/week onsite

Duration: 12 months to start

General Statement Of Duties
To work with State agencies and/or organizations to develop and strengthen cross-system collaboration and implementation of the Rural Health Professional Development and Continuing Education system. To be responsible for project development; to perform research, program evaluation, fiscal and policy analysis on RI s Rural Health Professional Development and Continuing Education system/programs; to initiate, plan, coordinate, supervise and review continuous information on the program;

to serve in a highly responsible communication capacity supporting a number of state departments in their contact with state, local, public and officials; and to do related work as required.

Supervision Received
Works under the general direction of a department director or a consortium with considerable latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; assignments are subject to review for results obtained in adherence to established policies and procedures.

Supplemental Core Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Development:
  Assess educational needs of target audiences, design and implement continuing education and professional development programs with a focus on rural communities in Rhode Island. Ensure alignment with professional standards, accreditation requirements, and industry regulations
• Curriculum & Content:
  Collaborate with subject matter experts to create relevant, engaging, and up-to-date curricula for in-person, hybrid, and online formats
• Compliance & Standards:
  Ensure all programs meet state/federal, institutional, or professional body requirements (e.g., CEU/CE credits, licensure renewal)
• Budget & Resource Management:
  Oversee program budget, track expenditures, and manage resources such as materials, technology, and vendor contracts
• Evaluation & Improvement:
  To perform research, fiscal and policy analysis on various issues affecting consumers of professional development and continuing education. Collect feedback, analyze program outcomes, and make data-driven improvements to offerings
• Stakeholder Relations:
  Build and maintain relationships with rural health constituents, professional organizations, and community partners. Work closely with local specialized schools, colleges and industry in educational and training programs.
• Technology & Systems:
  Ensure use of learning management systems, webinar platforms, and member management tools to support program delivery

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of projects management related to developing interdepartmental programs and services.
• A thorough knowledge of planning, budgeting and evaluation process and the ability to apply them in a human service system.
• A thorough knowledge of practices, procedures and protocols for press relations; the ability to research and prepare reports and recommendations for dissemination of policy information.
• A working knowledge of computers and communication technology.
• A thorough knowledge of, and the ability to, evaluate the attitudes and reactions of interested and affected groups and their demands and needs for information about the department's programs and objectives.
• The ability to communicate effectively with a variety of constituents, state officials and the general public.

Education And Experience

• Education:
  
  Master s degree in public health, education, business, or a related field
• Experience:
  
  3-5 years experience with considerable employment in a highly responsible position involving responsibility for the research, fiscal analysis and policy development and dissemination of information.
• Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Work Settings

• Higher education institutions (community colleges, universities)
• Healthcare organizations (AHEC, hospitals, clinics)
• Professional associations and certification bodies
• Non-profits and community development center