Project Manager

About the role

IEM is seeking a detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and flexible Project Manager to develop and execute a comprehensive program strategy for a state's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). This role involves working with IEM teams under client direction to promote operational change, establish new processes, and integrate existing state systems.

Primary location: Live within the state of Louisiana. Work will take place in the field, in an office environment, or from a personal location, depending on project needs. This position requires travel to complete work assignments or attend meetings.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of RHTP projects/program as determined by the state, including day-to-day program governance and oversight of the grant.
• Provide issue escalation, recommendations, and decision support to state leadership.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics to ensure successful delivery and compliance with federal and state funding and grant management guidelines.
• Identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and prepare projects for audit readiness from the beginning.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align project activities with program objectives and funding requirements.
• Collaborate with state leadership and community partners to enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.
• Lead a team of project staff (coordinators/analysts, etc.) to support the execution of program activities and deliverables.
• Prepare and present program updates and reports to key stakeholders, including progress reports, budget analysis, and impact assessments.
• Evaluate program outcomes and impact on rural health systems/programs/infrastructure in the state.
• Remain flexible and available to adapt to the dynamic needs of a multi-year project that may evolve.
• Collect, organize, and analyze quantitative and qualitative program data (e.g., grant expenditure rates, population health indicators, service-utilization metrics) to evaluate project performance against benchmarks.
• Interpret statistical reports, dashboards, and data visualizations, translating findings into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Apply basic statistical methods (e.g., descriptive statistics, trend analysis, variance analysis) to monitor key performance indicators and support audit-readiness documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as public health or public administration.
• Ten (10) or more years in health project/program administration and grant management, preferably at the local, tribal, or state government level(s).
• Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training may substitute for a degree if it demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with federal grant regulations and compliance requirements, particularly related to the Rural Health Transformation Program and/or state and federal grant funding.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Analytical and strategic thinking abilities grounded in data literacy and statistical reasoning.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data interpretation and basic statistical analysis, including experience with datasets, performance dashboards, or analytical tools (e.g., Excel pivot tables, Tableau, Power BI).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Public Health, Master of Public Administration, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) programs, rural health initiatives, or large-scale federal health grants.
• Experience with statistical software or data analysis platforms (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R, Stata, or advanced Excel functions).
• Familiarity with health-related data sources such as CMS datasets, HRSA reporting systems, or state health information exchanges.

Additional Information

Office locations may be owned by the client or IEM. Candidates must follow all rules and regulations of the assigned office. For personal/at-home work environments, minimum internet speeds of 25 Mbps upload and 3 Mbps download are required, with a ping rate of 100 ms or less during working hours.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Vacation pay
• Sick pay
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability

Pay

Salary will be based on experience and location: $95,000 - $125,000.