Senior Project Manager, Health Services

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　　Senior Project Manager, Health Services

　　Salary

　　$6,839.56 - $9,165.65 Monthly

　　Location

　　Bend, OR

　　Job Type

　　Regular, full time, full benefits

　　Job Number

　　2024-00017

　　Department

　　Health Services

　　Opening Date

　　01/22/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

　　Bargaining Unit

　　Non-Rep

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Summary

　　ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

　　Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS) has a primary responsibility to help address the basic health and wellness of Deschutes County residents. The department supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health of the community in a broad variety of community based settings.

　　ABOUT THE COUNTY:

　　We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

　　Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

　　We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

　　ABOUT THE JOB:

　　This position is part of Administrative Services, which ensures DCHS has the facilities, resources, and support necessary to provide the highest quality of service to clients, customers, and the community through planning, consultation, implementation, analysis, and review. The successful candidate will join a highly effective, motivated and mission driven Business Intelligence Team with significant opportunities to engage with multidisciplinary teams in a variety of challenging and meaningful activities.

　　The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for managing, planning, and tracking tactical and strategic projects, including multiple large scale, enterprise projects through oversight of the development, planning, coordination, communication, and implementation of projects. In particular, this position will develop and lead departmental efforts around strategic planning, performance management system and quality improvement, ensuring projects are aligned with the department’s strategic mission and objectives.

　　This position is located in Deschutes County and may be eligible for hybrid of in-office/remote work as allowed by policy and approved by the supervisor.

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　Works with executives, directors, managers and staff within, and external to, the Health Services Department to develop and implement strategic planning, performance management, and quality improvement programs, ensuring projects align with the achievement of strategic objectives.

　　Manages all aspects of assigned projects: lead the planning, prioritization, communication and implementation of projects.

　　Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues, and communicating across leadership.

　　Actively participates with department managers and directors to secure necessary project contributors and resources.

　　What You Will Bring:

　　Knowledge of or experience with:

　　Principles, practices and methodologies of project management.

　　Principles of organizational strategic planning.

　　Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.

　　Local community resources and regional community issues.

　　Skill in:

　　Planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignments, maintaining composure and confidentiality, and working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.

　　Working independently, creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork and innovation.

　　Reviewing and assessing project portfolio requests, capacity and strategic alignment.

　　Facilitating meetings, work groups and project team activities, particularly across varying levels of an organization.

　　*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

　　Notification to all candidates will be sent viaemail and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.

　　Review the full job description by clickingHERE. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/deschutes/classspecs) This position is classified as Senior Quality Analyst.

　　Compensation

　　$6,839.56 to $9,165.65 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately.

　　BENEFITS:

　　Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/682/2024_deschutes_county_benefits_guide_-_final.pdf) for full benefit details.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Nursing, or a related field;

　　AND five (5) years of work experience in a public health field or mental health program, including supervisory experience;

　　OR an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification.

　　Experience supervising or directing the work of others.

　　Necessary Special Requirements

　　The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

　　NOTE:Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 (https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/crim-records-abuse-rules-dhs-employees-volunteers-contractors-407.pdf) this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit/Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted. These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.195, 181A.200, 409.027 AND 413.036 of the County’s employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules. Please clickHERE (https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/DAS%20Criminal%20Records%20Checks%20rules%20eff%202016%20Jan%204.pdf) to review Criminal Records Check Rules. All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit/Orchards to work in this position.

　　Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.

　　If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/hr/page/veterans-preference-information-and-instructions) for information.

　　Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

　　Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents at a minimal cost of $90 per month. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

　　Employer paid benefit offerings include:

　　Life Insurance for employee and dependents

　　Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

　　Long-term Disability Insurance

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Retirement Program through Oregon PERS

　　Time Management Leave

　　Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:

　　125 Flexible Spending Program

　　457 Deferred Compensation Program

　　Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance

　　To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visitwww.deschutes.org/hrand click on Employee Benefits.

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　　This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Nursing, or a related field; AND five (5) years of work experience in a public health field or mental health program, including supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Do you meet the requirements as listed above?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　If yes, please describe how you meet the qualifications as listed above. Be specific in regard to education and length of experience.

　　03

　　Please describe your experience developing, coordinating, and executing contracts or agreements.

　　04

　　Preference will be given for Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification. Do you have this certification?

　　Yes

　　No

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　　Preference will be given for experience in supervising or directing the work of others. Do you have this experience?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　If yes, please describe your experience with supervising or directing the work of others.

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　　Preference will be given for experience performing direct service in a clinical setting. Do you have this experience?

　　Yes

　　No

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　　If yes, please describe your experience performing direct service in a clinical setting.

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　　Are you able to meet the requirements of the position with or without accommodation?

　　Yes

　　No

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　　Agency

　　Deschutes County Human Resources

　　Address

　　1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201Bend, Oregon, 97703

　　Phone

　　(541) 388-6553

　　Website

　　https://www.deschutes.org/jobs

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