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The Program Delivery Associate Director, Provider Operations executes strategic programs that support business objectives, operational effectiveness, and continuous process improvement. You will provide leadership, direction, and oversight across a portfolio of programs, ensuring consistency in delivery standards, stakeholder engagement, project governance, and executive reporting. The Program Delivery Associate Director, Provider Operations serves as a strategic and operational leader, with responsibility for developing strategy as a core part of the role and partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to set priorities, shape implementation plans, and drive execution of high-impact initiatives. You will strengthen program delivery by managing risks and dependencies, elevating team performance, and ensuring work is aligned to organizational, segment, and enterprise goals. You will regularly assess program outcomes and communicate clear, concise insights and recommendations to executive audiences through business reviews, status updates, decision documents, and polished presentations. With significant independence and sound judgment, this leader navigates ambiguity, advises on complex and highly visible issues, and identifies the best course of action based on stakeholder needs, operational impacts, and strategic business priorities.
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Required Qualifications
- 5 or more years of experience serving as a strategic and operational leader, including developing strategy as a core responsibility and translating strategic priorities into executable plans.
- 5 or more years of experience leading complex programs, projects, or business initiatives across cross-functional teams.
- 5 or more years of experience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to set priorities, align work to enterprise and segment-specific goals, and drive execution of high-impact initiatives.
- 5 or more years of people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, prioritization, accountability, and team development.
- Ability to lead through ambiguity, exercise sound independent judgment, and make decisions on complex, highly visible issues.
- Experience strengthening program delivery practices, including establishing program governance, delivery standards, project management routines, and executive reporting practices.
- Proven ability to manage risks, dependencies, stakeholder expectations, and operational impacts to ensure successful delivery of business priorities.
- Proven ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement practical, scalable solutions that improve team effectiveness and business outcomes.
- Experience assessing program performance, measuring outcomes, and using insights to inform recommendations, decisions, and future strategy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including executive presentations, stakeholder facilitation, business reviews, status reporting, decision documents, and issue escalation.
- Advanced PowerPoint presentation development skills, with the ability to organize complex information into visually clear, concise, executive-level materials.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, balance competing stakeholder needs, resolve complex issues, and drive results through others.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and build alignment across leaders, peers, and cross-functional partners.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or a related field
- PMP certification
- Six Sigma Certification
- Knowledge and experience in health care environment/managed care
- Strong analytical skills
Additional Information
This is a remote position.
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$126,300 - $173,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 08-12-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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The Program Delivery Associate Director, Provider Operations executes strategic programs that support business objectives, operational effectiveness, and continuous process improvement. You will provide leadership, direction, and oversight across a portfolio of programs, ensuring consistency in delivery standards, stakeholder engagement, project governance, and executive reporting. The Program Delivery Associate Director, Provider Operations serves as a strategic and operational leader, with responsibility for developing strategy as a core part of the role and partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to set priorities, shape implementation plans, and drive execution of high-impact initiatives. You will strengthen program delivery by managing risks and dependencies, elevating team performance, and ensuring work is aligned to organizational, segment, and enterprise goals. You will regularly assess program outcomes and communicate clear, concise insights and recommendations to executive audiences through business reviews, status updates, decision documents, and polished presentations. With significant independence and sound judgment, this leader navigates ambiguity, advises on complex and highly visible issues, and identifies the best course of action based on stakeholder needs, operational impacts, and strategic business priorities.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
- 5 or more years of experience serving as a strategic and operational leader, including developing strategy as a core responsibility and translating strategic priorities into executable plans.
- 5 or more years of experience leading complex programs, projects, or business initiatives across cross-functional teams.
- 5 or more years of experience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to set priorities, align work to enterprise and segment-specific goals, and drive execution of high-impact initiatives.
- 5 or more years of people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, prioritization, accountability, and team development.
- Ability to lead through ambiguity, exercise sound independent judgment, and make decisions on complex, highly visible issues.
- Experience strengthening program delivery practices, including establishing program governance, delivery standards, project management routines, and executive reporting practices.
- Proven ability to manage risks, dependencies, stakeholder expectations, and operational impacts to ensure successful delivery of business priorities.
- Proven ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement practical, scalable solutions that improve team effectiveness and business outcomes.
- Experience assessing program performance, measuring outcomes, and using insights to inform recommendations, decisions, and future strategy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including executive presentations, stakeholder facilitation, business reviews, status reporting, decision documents, and issue escalation.
- Advanced PowerPoint presentation development skills, with the ability to organize complex information into visually clear, concise, executive-level materials.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, balance competing stakeholder needs, resolve complex issues, and drive results through others.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and build alignment across leaders, peers, and cross-functional partners.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or a related field
- PMP certification
- Six Sigma Certification
- Knowledge and experience in health care environment/managed care
- Strong analytical skills
Additional Information
This is a remote position.
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$126,300 - $173,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 08-12-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Confirm your degree field matches the role
Program Associate positions span policy, public health, international development, and education. USCIS requires your degree to align with the specific program area, not just management broadly. A mismatch between your transcript and the job's stated field is the most common RFE trigger for this title.
Target LCA-filing nonprofits and research institutions
Use Migrate Mate to filter Program Associate openings by employers with verified H-1B filing history. Nonprofits and federally funded research organizations file LCAs consistently and are often cap-exempt, which removes the lottery risk entirely for qualifying roles.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your prospective job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before you sign. Employers must pay at least the prevailing wage for your work location. A salary below that threshold will get the LCA rejected, delaying your start date.
Clarify the SOC code your employer will use
Program Associate roles get filed under different Standard Occupational Classification codes depending on the employer. Ask HR which SOC code they're using before the LCA is submitted. The wrong code can misalign your prevailing wage requirement and create unnecessary compliance risk.
Time your application around the October 1 start date
If your offer is at a cap-subject employer, your H-1B can only take effect on October 1. File in the April lottery window. If you're on OPT, confirm your EAD end date gives you enough runway to bridge through the cap-gap period without a work authorization gap.
Review the O*NET profile before your visa interview
USCIS officers and consular officials sometimes reference occupational databases to assess specialty occupation claims. Reviewing the O*NET profile for your role lets you speak precisely to the degree requirements and specialized knowledge the position demands, which strengthens your case.
H-1B Visa Program Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty. Program Associate jobs in public health, international development, policy research, and education generally qualify. Generalist coordinator roles without a clear degree requirement in a defined field are more likely to face an RFE or denial.
Are nonprofit Program Associate employers cap-exempt for H-1B purposes?
Some are. Nonprofits affiliated with universities or government research entities can qualify as cap-exempt employers, meaning they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual 85,000-cap lottery at any time of year. Standard nonprofits without that affiliation are cap-subject. Ask the employer directly which category applies before you factor the lottery into your timeline.
How do I find Program Associate jobs at employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate, which filters openings by verified H-1B LCA filing history so you can see which organizations have sponsored this role before. Employers at research institutions, multilateral organizations, and federally funded nonprofits file LCAs for Program Associate titles regularly. Filtering by sponsorship history upfront saves time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship after the interview.
Can my employer file my H-1B while I'm working as a Program Associate on OPT?
Yes. If you're on OPT and your employer files an H-1B petition in the April registration window, you're covered by the cap-gap rule if your OPT expires before October 1. Your work authorization extends automatically while the petition is pending. Make sure your employer submits the I-129 before your OPT end date to keep the cap-gap protection intact.
What happens if USCIS sends an RFE on my Program Associate H-1B petition?
An RFE doesn't mean denial. For Program Associate roles, RFEs typically challenge whether the position requires a specific degree rather than any bachelor's degree. Your employer should respond with documentation showing the specialized nature of the duties, internal job descriptions, and evidence that similar roles in the industry require a degree in the relevant field. You have up to 84 days to respond.