The
Program Manager I is responsible for providing administrative, operational and programmatic oversight. The Program
Manager I will have a
thorough knowledge of institutional and program policies and procedures and may be instrumental in developing program
policies. A program is
ongoing and while it may have a business cycle, will continue. The program provides a specific service or carries out
specific activities as
a separate entity or as a component program within a department, but is not a department itself.
The Graduate
Education in Public
Health program at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) is seeking a dedicated Program Manager for Career
Development & Alumni
Relations to guide students and alumni in their professional growth and engagement. This position plays a key role in
developing career
pathways, employer partnerships, and alumni networks across our Master’s, PhD, and non-degree programs in Public Health,
Epidemiology,
Health Administration, Biostatistics, and Clinical Research.
This is a dynamic leadership opportunity to shape the next
generation of
public health professionals by integrating employer insights, alumni engagement, and targeted career development strategies
that support
institutional excellence, accreditation standards, and graduate impact in the public and private sectors.
Responsibilities
- Provide personalized and group advising on career development, job search strategies, and graduate student
professional growth - Build and maintain relationships with public, private, and nonprofit employers in healthcare, research, and
public health sectors - Organize and lead career-related events, including skill-building workshops, speaker panels, and job
fairs - Serve as liaison to
internal offices (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Development) and manage relationships with guest presenters
and consultants - Develop and
execute a strategic alumni engagement plan in collaboration with the ISMMS Alumni Office to foster
mentorship, philanthropy, and
professional development opportunities for current students and recent graduates - Track graduate
outcomes and employment data along
with other key KPIs for internal reporting and accreditation purposes - Liaise with professional
associations (e.g., ACHE, HLNY,
CEPH) to connect students with industry resources - Support curriculum development through employer
feedback and alumni insights - Collaborate with internship and applied experience staff to align placement with long-term career
goals - Develop marketing
materials highlighting student success and manage a career opportunity job board - Collaborate with
the broader Student &
Postdoctoral Affairs team in programming and student engagement initiatives
Qualifications
-
Bachelors degree or
greater preferred, or a combination of applicable experience and education. Master’s degree in a relevant field is
strongly preferred. - 3+ years experience (5 preferred), managing and administering program activities for assigned area
Preferred:
- 2–5 years of experience in career services, student advising, professional development, or a
healthcare/public health setting. Experience working in alumni relations or employer engagement highly preferred - Strong
communication skills, both one-on-one and group facilitation - Demonstrated experience in event planning and program
coordination - Familiarity with job search tools (e.g., LinkedIn, Handshake)
- Data tracking and outcomes reporting
experience - A strong preference for knowledge of public health career pathways and accreditation standards (e.g., CEPH)
Employer Description
Strength through Unity and Inclusion
The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to
fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care.
When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to
transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities,
promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.
At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a
workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration,
fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are
expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care
and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive
and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
About the Mount Sinai
Health System:
Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more
than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a
leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex
health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective
treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality
care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions
from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’
medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care
physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and
Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals,
receiving high “Honor Roll” status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in
Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and
Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s
Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of
Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars
per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount
Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.
Equal
Opportunity Employer
The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal
civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion,
disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to
fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and
supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and
promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.
Compensation
The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary
ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $64526.72 -
$105000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or
contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or
benefits.
