Program Manager, Trauma Systems

About the American College of Surgeons

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a professional and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and improve the quality of care for surgical patients. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery.

Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients. The College has more than 95,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons in the world. For more information, visit www.facs.org.

Our Mission

The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of the surgical patient and safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.

Our Vision

To create a healthcare landscape where surgeons thrive and every patient has access to and benefits from the highest standards of surgical care, driven by innovation, education, leadership, and trust.

Summary

The Trauma Systems Program Manager provides project and program management support that fosters development and sustainment of several key ACS Committee on Trauma (COT) Program Areas.

The Program Manager provides day-to-day leadership and coordination for multiple Trauma Systems Program Areas, with a primary focus on advancing Rural Trauma initiatives while supporting Injury Prevention, Trauma Systems Consultation, and Advocacy programs.

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, this role helps plan, implement, and sustain strategic initiatives that strengthen trauma systems and improve patient outcomes.

The Program Manager coordinates program operations, facilitates workgroup activities, collaborates on the development of educational resources and tools, and ensures effective communication among a broad network of stakeholders.

This exempt position will report to the Senior Manager, Trauma Systems and Injury Prevention in the Division of Research and Optimal Patient Care. It is based in our Chicago office and is a hybrid role: 3 days per week in the office/2 days per week remote.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $68,500 - $75,000 (commensurate with related experience).

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Management

• Collaborate with senior staff to set program objectives and timelines and support the implementation of program goals and strategies.
• Identify and secure necessary resources.
• Coordinate logistics and resources, and help manage participation for meetings, educational sessions and events.
• Work with internal teams to ensure program activities stay on track.

2. Program Development

• Manage program elements in alignment with strategic goals. Look for opportunities to improve/expand program.
• Help promote the program’s mission through outreach, engagement activities and relationship building.
• Contribute to program improvement by participating in planning discussions and assisting with research and data collection.

3. Committee Support & Communication

• Provide logistical support to assigned committees and workgroups.
• Assist with stakeholder communication by answering questions and sharing program information.
• Help prepare outreach materials to support program communications and marketing efforts.

4. Program Effectiveness

• Collect and organize data to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Track participation and engagement metrics.
• Assist in preparing reports to assess progress toward program goals.

5. Project Management Support

• Support the planning and execution of projects within the assigned program area.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university is required.
• At least 2-5+ years of professional project/program coordination or management experience is required.
• Experience in associations, professional societies, healthcare, or healthcare administration is desired.
• Experience working with committees and cross-functional teams is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience with Qualtrics and/or Survey Monkey a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem solving, and leadership skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Comprehensive Benefits

We’re committed to attracting and retaining top talent via valuable benefits!

• Vacation, personal, and sick hours including 13 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical—comprehensive coverage through BlueCross BlueShield
• Dental, Vision, and Prescription drug program
• 403(b) Matching Program
• Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Medical/Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Domestic Partner Coverage

The American College of Surgeons is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruitment@facs.org or call (312) 202-5000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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