Program Manager III, People Solutions

Seattle Children's•Seattle, WA

4d•$118,174 - $177,262•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager III is responsible for the management of a specific, highly complex program or group of highly complex programs in a specialty/functional area. This includes scheduling and budgeting activities, and works in collaboration with leaders to implement the program's objectives in support of identified goals and the continuous improvement process. The role is responsible for monitoring the program's effectiveness and mobilizing stakeholders in support of continuous improvement to the program. It leads interdepartmental activities ensuring ongoing effective program operation and/or implementation. The Program Manager III is responsible for identifying strategic opportunities to enhance or expand the program, developing plans and presenting proposals to management. They manage the process of executing initiatives essential for the success of the program, including communication with all stakeholders, both internal and external. This role oversees and leads teams in support of the program's objectives. This level has wide latitude for independent judgment and decision making in executing on the goals of the program. SERIES CONCEPT: A program is a specialized area with specific complex components and discrete tasks which distinguish it from the main body of the organization. There is a defined plan to accomplish a particular objective with elements and scope that distinguish it from the usual scope and responsibilities of a department or functional area. The specialized tasks involve interpretation of policies, procedures and regulations, independent functioning and public contact. A program typically has a long-term focus with an expectation that the plan/program will serve or impact on-going needs or goals. The primary responsibilities and accountabilities are typically transferable from one program to another. The performance of administrative tasks are in support of the individual's performance specific to the program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in business, health care or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Seven (7) years experience in a lead role overseeing program/project management.
Five (5) years experience working on quality and process improvement projects with cross-functional teams; including data collection, analysis and reporting.
Proven record of leading large project teams through project completion, program planning, execution and status reporting.
Demonstrated successful experience working with vendors, consultants and other purchased services.
Knowledge of Lean concepts and methods.
Experience representing program in management meetings with executive–level program stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Robust knowledge of workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.
Masters in Health Administration, business, or health care-related field.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Awareness of current and emerging trends in project management technologies, techniques, issues and approaches.
Experience working in public health, health care or social services.

Responsibilities

Management of a specific, highly complex program or group of highly complex programs in a specialty/functional area including scheduling and budgeting activities.
Works in collaboration with leaders to implement the program's objectives in support of identified goals and the continuous improvement process.
Monitoring the program's effectiveness and mobilizing stakeholders in support of continuous improvement to the program.
Leading interdepartmental activities ensuring ongoing effective program operation and/or implementation.
Identifying strategic opportunities to enhance or expand the program, developing plans and presenting proposals to management.
Managing the process of executing initiatives essential for the success of the program, including communication with all stakeholders, both internal and external.
Overseeing and leading teams in support of the program's objectives.