Program Manager* (26.46)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to support the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM) in managing medical readiness, education, and training programs for Department of Defense healthcare personnel. This position provides program management, data analysis, credentialing support, continuing education coordination, and training administration to ensure medical personnel maintain operational readiness and clinical proficiency. The successful candidate will collaborate with USAFSAM leadership, the 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW), Air Force Medical Service (AFMS), Career Field Managers (CFMs), and field units to support aerospace medicine and operational medical training programs while ensuring compliance with Air Force policies and readiness requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Medical Education & Training Program Management:
  • Coordinate educational and training support for USAFSAM staff and Department of Defense medical personnel.
  • Support aerospace medicine, operational medicine, and deployment training programs.
  • Assist in maintaining medical readiness, clinical competency, and wartime preparedness.
  • Ensure training programs meet academic standards, operational requirements, and mission objectives.
  • Apply healthcare and nursing knowledge to support program administration and continuous process improvement.
• Training Data Management & Reporting:
  • Collect, monitor, validate, and report medical readiness and training data.
  • Maintain and update training rosters, readiness status reports, and SharePoint tracking systems.
  • Coordinate with USAFSAM leadership, the 711 HPW, field units, and external stakeholders to collect and verify training information.
  • Resolve scheduling conflicts and training requirement discrepancies.
• Continuing Education & Credentialing:
  • Manage continuing medical and nursing education programs.
  • Support the Comprehensive Medical Readiness Program (CMRP).
  • Monitor continuing education credits and certification requirements.
  • Track professional credentials, including: nursing licenses, professional certifications, and Basic Life Support (BLS).
  • Manage scheduling and operations for the Warrior Training Center.
  • Provide recommendations supporting updates to Air Force medical readiness policy, including AFI 41-106.
• Program Analysis & Reporting:
  • Collect and analyze program performance data.
  • Develop reports identifying: training gaps, readiness trends, resource requirements, and program implementation barriers.
  • Evaluate data collection methodologies and recommend improvements.
  • Develop executive-level reports, presentations, and briefings for leadership.
• Program Planning & Coordination:
  • Assist leadership in establishing program objectives and priorities.
  • Coordinate project timelines and monitor milestone completion.
  • Ensure deliverables align with USAFSAM strategic goals and operational requirements.
  • Present complex technical and programmatic information clearly to military and civilian leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Public Health, Education, Business Administration, Program Management, or a related field OR minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 4 years in a medical or healthcare environment.
• Experience supporting medical education, training, or readiness programs.
• Knowledge of: Comprehensive Medical Readiness Program (CMRP), Training Affiliation Agreements, nursing competency programs, and continuing education management.
• Knowledge of Air Force medical readiness policies and professional standards.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience developing reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and executive correspondence.
• Ability to complete USAFSAM and Department orientation requirements within required timeframes.
• Must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) prior to performance.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Previous instructional or classroom training experience.
• Office management or administrative leadership experience.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting training or readiness data.
• Knowledge of: Joint Trauma Service (JTS), Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) Clinical Practice Guidelines, and adult learning methodologies.
• Previous military service or experience supporting Department of Defense healthcare organizations.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other program management credential.