Training Program Manager Jobs in Metairie, LA (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Title
Program Manager (LA-CEAL)
FLSA
Exempt
Department
Division Of Clinical and Administrative Sciences
Job Summary
Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for a full-time position ofLA-CEAL Program Manager. The LA-CEAL Program Manager will be responsible formanaging the administration of the Louisiana Community-Engagement Research AllianceAgainst COVID-19 in Disproportionately Affected Communities (LA-CEAL) program acrossXavier's consortium partners including but not limited to, Tulane University and othercommunity organizational partners. He/she will provide program support to LA-CEALinvestigators, coordinate community engagement and fieldwork training, oversee fieldworkoperations and data collection, collect data and monitor data quality, and work closely with investigators to track program progress and report to NIH leadership. The LA-CEAL Program Manager will monitor program expenditures to ensure compliance with the program budget and timely completion of administrative deliverables. He/she will coordinate and provide program support to the committees/working groups within the LA-CEAL consortium. AA/EOE
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree required and 4 years of directly related work in experience, Master's
degree preferred, in fields including, Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion
or affiliated preferred with 1-2 years of prior experience with developing wellness
initiatives
• Prior work experience working in the community and with community
partners/stakeholders, as well as passion for working with diverse populations
• Knowledge of current trends in chronic disease management
• Prior experience creating and or researching health and wellness materials, and
marketing wellness events
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, time management, and public speaking skills
• Ability to work weekends and evenings
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft programming, Canva, and materials design
software
Preferred Qualifications
See minimum qualifications
Special Requirements Summary
Work Hours
Full-time
KSA's
Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies
1. Working knowledge of community engagement, outreach, and community-engaged research,
fieldwork operations, and data collection
2. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support professional interaction with faculty,
staff, students, and community partners
4. Demonstrated ability to anticipate and meet established deadlines
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description
An incumbent assigned this position will perform some or all of the following universal essential functions approximately 95 percent of his/her time:
• Fieldwork training and oversight: Coordinates training to LA-CEAL staff and student workers on human subject protocols, sampling, recruitment, data collection and entry, data quality, and community engagement. Monitors fieldwork progress, adherence to study protocols, and data quality, and coordinates re-training when necessary. Maintains inventory of fieldwork-related supplies (e.g., tablets, gift cards, educational materials). Keeps Principal Investigators and Executive Committee abreast of fieldwork progress. Evaluates and reports unanticipated events.
• Participant recruitment and data collection: Demonstrates ability to manage and follow study protocols to include human subjects, sampling, recruitment, data collection and entry. Works with staff and partners to coordinate recruitment of study participants. Collects survey data and enters study data into database. Maintains high standards of data quality. Tracks community engagement activities for reporting measures.
• Support LA-CEAL program administration: Prepares and manages essential regulatory documents. Monitors completion of program deliverables, compliance to program budget and program reporting requirements. Prepares the budget and budget justifications, while reviewing monthly expenditure reports to ensure compliance with the program budget and timely completion of deliverables. Works with investigators and community partners to ensure that all reports and deliverables are completed in a timely manner. Coordinates the LA-CEAL CAB meetings and other community initiatives developed by the team.
Create health promotion outreach including flyers, newsletters, email, social media, where collaborate with the Office of Marketing and Communications to effectively market campus wellness programming.
• Coordination and support of LA-CEAL committees/working groups and community partner engagement: Coordinates meetings of LA-CEAL community partners (monthly), XULA Coordinating Committee (weekly), etc. Includes scheduling and logistics, agenda preparation and circulation, note-taking and circulation, facilitation of communication within and across committees. Serves as liaison between LA-CEAL investigators, staff, community partners, and other consortium members. Assists Community Engagement Core on communications to partners, including the community electronic newsletter.
• Performs other duties as requested or required, whether specifically mentioned in this job description: Exhibits a willingness to assume additional duties. Seeks the guidance of immediate supervisor prior to beginning an unfamiliar assignment.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S436P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
02/03/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Date
01/09/2025
Application Review Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Attach online only your resume, cover letter, transcripts and contact information for three references.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3425
About Xavier
About Xavier
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only Catholic Historically Black University in the United States. Located in New Orleans, the University strives to contribute to a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier prides itself in its diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates a variety of educational practices, including research and service learning.