Project Manager

About the role

IEM is seeking a Full Time Project Manager to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive program strategy for a state's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in health project administration and grant management, with a strong background in federal grant regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of RHTP projects and program governance
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies
• Prepare projects for audit readiness from the start
• Collaborate with state leadership and community partners
• Lead a team of project staff to support program activities and deliverables
• Prepare and present program updates and reports
• Evaluate program outcomes and impact on rural health systems
• Collect, organize, and analyze program data
• Interpret statistical reports and translate findings into actionable insights
• Apply statistical methods to monitor key performance indicators
• Support audit-readiness documentation with data-driven narratives

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in health project / program administration and grant management
• Experience with federal grant regulations and compliance requirements, particularly related to the Rural Health Transformation Program
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• 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

Qualifications

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

Benefits

Salary range: $105,000 - $135,000
Benefits include: 10 paid holidays, vacation pay, sick pay, 401(k) plan with matching, company-paid STD and LTD, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.