Visiting Project Manager, EMSC Program

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 21, 2024
Connect With Us Visiting Project Manager, EMSC Program Strategic Initiatives Posting Category: The Office of Strategic Initiatives at the University of Illinois System is actively engaged in supporting the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) on various initiatives aimed at advancing public health outcomes across the state. This partnership leverages the strengths and resources of both institutions to address pressing health challenges and enhance the well-being of communities throughout Illinois. By synergizing the expertise and resources of the University of Illinois System and the Illinois Department of Public Health, this collaborative partnership is poised to make significant strides in advancing public health outcomes, fostering innovation, and creating lasting positive impacts on the lives of individuals and communities across Illinois. The Office of Strategic Initiatives seeks a highly motivated individual to perform the duties of a project manager for the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) program with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). Under the general direction of the EMSC Program Manager, this position will develop the framework and related documentation necessary to implement a pediatric recognition program for EMS agencies within the State of Illinois. This includes defining a single or multi-tiered process, requirements/criteria, application process, and survey/inspection components to evaluate EMS agency compliance. In addition, this role will be responsible for updating two EMSC databases to ensure information remains current for continuity of operations. This is a hybrid position and must be in the State of Illinois with ability to travel 5% of the time. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in the EMSC Pediatric Prehospital Committee meetings and facilitate prehospital recognition discussions. Collaborate with EMSC Pediatric Prehospital Committee Co-chairs to prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and handouts. Assign responsibilities, monitor and report on the progress of projects, and prepare reports for leadership regarding the status of the project. Ensure the components of the Prehospital Pediatric Recognition Program meet federal performance measures and minimum criteria. Draft a variety of documents essential for the Prehospital Pediatric Recognition Program including an application for recognition, agency and surveyor checklists, agency and surveyor guidelines, and educational documents for EMS stakeholders and EMS agencies. Provide quarterly updates on the Prehospital Pediatric Recognition Program at the EMSC Advisory Board meetings. Update components of the EMSC Smartsheet databases to ensure information remains current. Assist stakeholders to ensure overall project needs and objectives are understood and executed. Answer budget-related questions. Support additional EMSC program activities, as appropriate. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Bachelor's degree in healthcare, nursing, emergency management, public health, science, project management, business management, or related field. A minimum of 2 years of experience in the following areas: Experience as a project coordinator, educator, or in a leadership role. Experience in an emergency and/or pre-hospital setting. Experience facilitating meetings, developing meeting agendas, and taking minutes. Experience collaborating with multiple organizations to gain consensus on project activities and to draft documents. Preferred: Five years of experience in an emergency and/or pre-hospital setting. Experience in public health. Experience developing various project-related documents, including but not limited to an application packet, checklists, instructional materials, recognition materials, and tracking database. Project management, organizational, and committee skills to ensure timelines are met. Ability to work with an already established committee to obtain consensus on the process and various drafted documents. Experience with web-based meeting systems (e.g., WebEx). Experience utilizing Smartsheets web application. Organizational skills demonstrating high attention to detail and the ability to organize multiple priorities. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work in a hybrid environment. Proficient computer skills and advanced knowledge of applicable computer systems, including Microsoft Office programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Sharepoint. Ability to work well independently as well as a part of a team. Ability to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE APPOINTMENT INFORMATION This is a Full Time academic professional position. The expected start date is 1/6/2025. APPLICATION PROCEDURES & DEADLINE INFORMATION For full consideration, please click APPLY NOW on this page to submit an application, references and cover letter through our job board by 6 pm on 12/3/2024. System Human Resource Services (217) 333-2600 erhr@uillinois.edu The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. 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