Project Manager

Project Manager – Public Health

Position Summary

The Project Manager, under limited supervision, is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating public health initiatives, programs, and strategic projects for the County Health Department. This position serves as the primary point of coordination among department leadership, community partners, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with county, state, and federal regulations. The Project Manager provides leadership in project planning, performance monitoring, reporting, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to support the department's mission of improving community health outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize, and manage multiple public health projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop project charters, work plans, timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate activities among internal departments, community organizations, healthcare providers, contractors, and government agencies.
• Monitor project performance, deliverables, schedules, budgets, and risks to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Prepare executive reports, dashboards, presentations, and status updates for department leadership.
• Facilitate meetings, document action items, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Research, interpret, and implement applicable federal, state, and local public health regulations and grant requirements.
• Assist with grant implementation, program development, and performance measurement activities.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, workflow, and service delivery.
• Coordinate procurement activities and manage vendor relationships when applicable.
• Collaborate with epidemiology, communications, finance, information technology, and program staff to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Monitor project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support emergency preparedness and public health response initiatives when necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of project management
• Public health programs, policies, and healthcare systems
• Strategic planning and organizational development
• Budget development and financial monitoring
• Grant administration and compliance
• Process improvement methodologies
• Data collection, reporting, and performance measurement
• Federal, state, and local public health regulations
• Contract administration and vendor management

Skills

• Managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Developing project schedules and implementation plans
• Budget monitoring and financial reporting
• Risk assessment and issue resolution
• Leading cross-functional teams
• Building partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Researching, analyzing, and presenting complex information
• Preparing reports, presentations, and executive briefings
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing
• Negotiating priorities and managing competing deadlines
• Using project management software and Microsoft Office applications

Abilities

• Plan and execute complex public health initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Build collaborative relationships with community organizations and government partners.
• Analyze data and recommend evidence-based solutions.
• Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Adapt to changing priorities, emergency situations, and evolving public health needs.
• Lead teams through organizational and operational changes.
• Effectively communicate with executive leadership, elected officials, staff, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field.

Experience

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible project management experience.
• At least three (3) years managing healthcare, public health, government, or human services projects.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders.

Computer Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, Monday.com, or similar project management software
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Experience using virtual collaboration platforms including Microsoft Teams and Zoom