Program Manager at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req36314

Working Title:
Program Manager

Position Grade:
13

Position Summary:
Underindirect supervision, the GME ProgramManager - Rural Residency Programs oversees the operational planning, establishment,execution, and evaluation of rural graduate medical education initiativesadministered through the Office ofGraduate Medical Education at the University of New Mexico. This positionmanages a multifaceted program consisting of rural residency rotations andassociated initiatives funded through state appropriations, federal grants, andother external funding sources.

The ProgramManager is responsible for operational, administrative, and programmaticmanagement of rural GME initiatives and serves as the primary liaison betweenUNM GME leadership, University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH), residencyprograms, rural training sites, and external partners. The position ensurescompliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements including those fromthe Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), Centers forMedicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Health Resources and ServicesAdministration (HRSA), while supporting the development and sustainability ofrural physician training programs aligned with UNM's mission to improve healthcare access across New Mexico.

The ProgramManager provides operational leadership, in partnership with GME Fiscal andUNMH Financial Office, assists in managing budgets and funding streams,oversees program staff and operational processes, and develops systems to trackrural rotations, funding utilization, and program outcomes.

*This position may require occasionaltravel throughout the state of New Mexico to support program needs.

See the Position Description for additional information.
Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
Sr Exec Officer - Finance & Admin (878A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
06/30/2027

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $4,236.27 - $5,950.53

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
4/20/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please complete the UNM Application, upload a current resume, cover letter and three professional references.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience 2 of which are management level experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field.

• Experience working with CMS GME funding or HRSA grant programs.

• Knowledge of accreditation requirements from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
• Experience coordinating credentialing, licensing, or onboarding processes within a healthcare or academic medical center environment.
• Familiarity with UNM policies, systems, and graduate medical education operations.