What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Operations position at University of Arkansas?
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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.
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 orientation, 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.
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Summary of Job Duties:
Key responsibilities include directing program priorities, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, mentoring a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, and serving as principal investigator for applicable grants. The Director provides guidance in research design, data analysis, and quality reporting, leading efforts to improve rehabilitative care outcomes. The role includes oversight of statewide advisory committees, representation at the Arkansas Trauma Advisory Committee’s Rehabilitation Subcommittee, and partnership with UAMS faculty, external stakeholders, funding agencies, and advocacy groups.
The Director is also responsible for leading research contributions and publications, coordinating communication with clinical and research collaborators, and supporting program evaluation and continuous improvement. This position is primarily remote with some on-campus presence and occasional travel.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree plus five (5) years of operations administration experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience
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- Effective communicator with experience in training, project management, and team leadership
- Ability to implement technical applications in healthcare settings
- Must be able to travel occasionally for in-state overnight trips
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Health Education or a related field
- At least one (1) year of program implementation experience
- Expertise in rehabilitation for spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury populations
- Basic Life Support certification
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Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for the IDHI Brain Injury Program, ensuring alignment with clinical, research, and educational objectives
- Oversee all program operations, including grant compliance, funding requirements, and program evaluation
- Direct data collection, analysis, and reporting to identify opportunities for quality improvement in brain injury rehabilitation care
- Serve as Principal Investigator (or assign as appropriate) for grants in which BIP is the primary grantee
- Manage and support statewide advisory boards and committees, including the Arkansas Trauma Advisory Committee’s Rehabilitation Subcommittee
- Mentor and provide guidance to a multidisciplinary team of professionals in rehabilitation, care coordination, and brain injury specialties
- Foster relationships with state, federal, and community stakeholders, advocacy groups, and healthcare providers
- Lead and contribute to research publications, scholarly activity, and dissemination of findings related to brain injury rehabilitation
- Collaborate with UAMS faculty, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physicians, and external partners on program priorities and clinical integration
- Represent the program at meetings, conferences, and stakeholder events to promote awareness and engagement
- Ensure program growth, sustainability, and statewide impact through effective management of resources and partnerships
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of IDHI and UAMS
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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
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.
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Salary : $50,000
