Senior Program Manager

Job Title

IRC
34253 Senior Program Manager

Health Policy and Management

Location:

New Orleans, LA

Tulane’s Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, one of the nation’s most respected public health institutions, seeks a dynamic Senior Program Manager to lead its graduate and professional programs in Health Policy and Management (HPM). This is a leadership role for an experienced academic manager who thrives at the intersection of operations and student success. Reporting directly to the Department Chair, this individual manages a diverse portfolio of degree programs, including MPH, MHA (on-campus and online), PhD, international and executive programs, and joint and dual degrees.

Tulane offers the opportunity to do meaningful work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values innovation, equity, and public service. Located in the heart of New Orleans, the Celia Scott Weatherhead School is deeply engaged with local and global communities. It is nationally recognized for excellence in health policy, management, and leadership development. If you are a thoughtful leader who enjoys supporting students and partnering with faculty to advance high-quality academic programs, we invite you to consider this role.

This is a fully on-campus position in New Orleans, Louisiana.

• In-depth understanding of financial principles, including budgetary and fiscal management
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and work well under pressure.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and problem-solving
• Strong communication (written and oral) and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
• Demonstrated ability to interact well with diverse groups of people
• Proficiency with a variety of management software including database applications

• Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Public Health, Business, or related field, and two years of experience in a progressively responsible administrative or managerial position OR
• Bachelor’s Degree and five years of experience, or high school diploma and nine years experience

• Three years of experience in academic programming

This position is classified as "exempt, salaried" and is assigned to pay grade 26.

Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.

This position will close on 02/27/2026.

Please Note:

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