Description

• Lead planning and execution of complex projects with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Use project management techniques to ensure projects are well-defined, authorized, and aligned with DOH’s strategic goals.
• Develop and implement project plans in collaboration with sponsors, tracking progress and managing budgets, resources, risks, and communications.
• Conduct research and analyze business processes, offering strategies and solutions to optimize outcomes.
• Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and resolutions to stakeholders, including agency executives and partner agencies.
• Lead the official project closure, reporting outcomes to both internal and external partners.
• Support agency-wide project management capacity by providing training and guidance to team members and consulting partners.
• Represent the program at events and conferences, occasionally requiring travel.
• Assist with communications and issue resolution as needed for project success.

• You embrace cultural humility by honoring diverse perspectives and cultures.
• You are committed to equity and inclusion, removing barriers, championing social justice, and fostering a sense of belonging.
• You use an outward mindset to make impactful contributions, blending your personal expertise with collaborative achievements.
• You excel at problem-solving and crafting effective solutions while communicating clearly across different mediums.
• You are dedicated to customer service and navigate diverse interactions to build strong organizational relationships.
• Your technical competence shines, making you an invaluable asset to our team!

• Professional experience in project management, which includes experience managing complex projects involving multiple staff and invested partners.
  • OPTION 1: A minimum of 6 years of experience.
  • OPTION 2: A Bachelor’s degree or higher AND two (2) or more years of experience.

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  AND the following experience:
  • Experience applying theoretical project management frameworks and methodologies in practical scenarios.
  • Experience implementing diverse project management methodologies, techniques, and tools.
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary staff to accomplish complex projects.
  • Experience utilizing project management software.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or eligibility for certification.
• Strong familiarity with the internal structure, including key teams / disciplines, reporting lines, and the role of executive offices.
• Experience working in public health at the local, state, or federal level and understanding of their structure and operations.
• Experience in risk management, organizational development and/or strategic planning.
• Experience leading and/or facilitating large groups.
• Experience using Microsoft Project or other project management tools.
• Experience managing projects related to high profile public policy issues.
• Experience managing projects related to large-scale organizational changes, such as reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions and major strategy shifts.

• Commit to a full-time 40-hour work week schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved by your supervisor).
• Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.
• Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
• Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location.
• Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state. You must be able to legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
• Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.
• Representation: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

• Resume
• Cover letter
• References
• DD-214 (if applicable)

• REMOVE personal photos – DO NOT submit any documents containing personal photos.
• Transcripts
• Certifications or Diplomas
• Projects or Portfolios
• Letters of Recommendation

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