Program Manager, APT

85014 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Faculty AffairsFull timeYes40

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Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree with two years of relevant experience required. Master's degree in Health Administration, Business Administration or related field preferred. Two years' experience in project management, program management development, administration or supervisory experience required.

This position requires a professional who thrives in a close‑knit team environment, contributes collaboratively, and is willing to assist with work at all levels as needed to support Faculty Affairs APT operations. This role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, adhere to strict and often time‑sensitive timelines, and demonstrate a strong commitment to completing work accurately, thoroughly, and on schedule.

Essential Functions

Program Manager I– Office of Faculty Affairs (Appointments, Promotions, and Tenure)

• Coordinates and manages the full lifecycle of faculty appointments, reappointments, promotions, tenure actions, and related academic activities in collaboration with the Office of Faculty Affairs (OFA), academic departments, and institutional partners.
• Plans, implements, and oversees Faculty Affairs workflows, timelines, and deliverables to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent execution of faculty actions across departments.
• Supports operational policies, procedures, and process documentation related to faculty appointments, promotions, ranks, and tenure, ensuring compliance with institutional, accreditation, and governance requirements.
• Maintains and monitors faculty data, tracking tools, and systems to ensure accurate documentation, milestone tracking, reporting, and audit readiness for faculty lifecycle activities.
• Prepares analyses, summaries, and reports reflecting progress, trends, and workload related to faculty appointment, promotion, and tenure processes; identifies risks or process gaps and recommends operational improvements.
• Serves as a primary liaison and point of contact between the Office of Faculty Affairs, academic departments, business administrators/directors, faculty, and leadership regarding Faculty Affairs policies, procedures, and timelines.
• Provides guidance and consultation to faculty and departmental partners on appointment, promotion, and tenure requirements, including responding to complex or time‑sensitive inquiries and resolving process-related issues.
• Coordinates and supports administrative and operational activities related to faculty onboarding, reappointments, promotions, tenure actions, separations, and retirements, as applicable.
• Oversees and maintains Office of Faculty Affairs SharePoint sites and related content, ensuring documentation, forms, guidance materials, and resources are current, accurate, accessible, and aligned with Faculty Affairs processes.
• Designs and develops tools and resources, including templates, forms, job aids, instructional materials, and web content, to support consistent and effective Faculty Affairs operations.
• Facilitates and participates in meetings, trainings, and working sessions related to faculty appointments, promotions, and tenure; prepares agendas, materials, and follow‑up communications as needed.
• Supports quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives within the Office of Faculty Affairs by monitoring processes, evaluating outcomes, and implementing operational enhancements.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.