Project Manager

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize, and manage multiple public health projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop project charters, work plans, timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Cook up activities among internal departments, community organizations, healthcare providers, contractors, and government agencies.
• Munch project performance, deliverables, schedules, budgets, and risks to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Prepare executive reports, dashboards, presentations, and status updates for department leadership.
• Facilitate meetings, document action items, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Research, interpret, and implement applicable federal, state, and local public health regulations and grant requirements.
• Aid with grant implementation, program development, and performance measurement activities.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, workflow, and service delivery.
• Cook up procurement activities and manage vendor relationships when applicable.
• Collaborate with epidemiology, communications, finance, information technology, and program staff to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Monitor project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support emergency preparedness and public health response initiatives when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of project management
• Public health programs, policies, and healthcare systems
• Strategic planning and organizational development
• Budget development and financial monitoring
• Grant administration and compliance
• Process improvement methodologies
• Data collection, reporting, and performance measurement
• Federal, state, and local public health regulations
• Contract administration and vendor management
• Skills:
• Managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Developing project schedules and implementation plans
• Budget monitoring and financial reporting
• Risk assessment and issue resolution
• Leading cross-functional teams
• Building partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Researching, analyzing, and presenting complex information
• Preparing reports, presentations, and executive briefings
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing
• Negotiating priorities and managing competing deadlines
• Using project management software and Microsoft Office applications
• Abilities:
• Planning and executing complex public health initiatives with minimal supervision
• Building collaborative relationships with community organizations and government partners
• Analyzing data and recommending evidence-based solutions
• Managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality
• Adapting to changing priorities, emergency situations, and evolving public health needs
• Leading teams through organizational and operational changes
• Effectively communicating with executive leadership, elected officials, staff, and the public

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Experience:
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible project management experience.
• At least three (3) years managing healthcare, public health, government, or human services projects.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Computer Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, Monday.com, or similar project management software
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Experience using virtual collaboration platforms including Microsoft Teams and Zoom