Project Specialist I (PHIDH)

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Specialist I will support the Performance Improvement Office in the Office of the Director at the Public Health Institute at Denver Health. The role provides administrative support for quality improvement work in four public health clinics, coordinates learners, and assists with strategic planning and business development. This is a hybrid position with required days in the office. The position coordinates projects and events, supports internal and external partners, organizes project data and work plans, and helps improve existing events, systems, operations, and business practices. It also supports committees and meetings and responds to internal questions about operations and fiscal procedures, data sources, and tracking tools.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–3 years of project coordination, process improvement, or administrative experience in healthcare or a related field.
Knowledge and application of project planning, development, and implementation.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion with information.
Ability to communicate effectively.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to provide input on projects or programs, assist with associated work plans, and manage day-to-day execution of assigned projects.
Ability to communicate one-to-one and in groups, delivering engaging, informative, and well-organized presentations.
Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

SharePoint experience.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the department administrative team to execute program goals and objectives.
Coordinate logistical support for projects, including planning, scheduling, preparation and setup, post-project evaluation, and related activities.
Coordinate logistical support across Denver Health for internal and external activities, including activities for providers inside and outside Denver Health that use Denver Health content experts.
Offer ideas to improve existing events, generate additional revenue, and develop new event opportunities.
Coordinate data collection for assigned projects, including developing project timelines.
Create and execute project work plans and revise them as appropriate.
Assist in recruiting and facilitating event planning committees, including managing communication, meeting agendas, reporting, and outcomes.
Prepare agendas for team or project meetings and document key decisions.
Respond to internal inquiries about operations and fiscal procedures, data sources, mechanisms, and tracking tools.
Communicate with internal and external partners about status, requests, and follow-up.
Offer ideas to improve systems, operations, and practices to increase efficiency and improve business practices.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other perks.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center.
Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, with free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.