Director, Program/Project Operations - Center for Health Policy

This position will manage the organization, direction and implementation of a growing portfolio of Center for Health Policy (CHP) program and project initiatives, providing professional leadership, consultation and expertise within the areas of focus. The position is responsible for overseeing and guiding the day-to-day administrative and functional management of project activities and staff; implementing scopes of work and related operational policies and procedures to guide the delivery and overall success of each project initiative to achieve outcomes and realize benefits of strategic importance to CHP.

This position will oversee and align CHP business administration, fiscal operations and grant/contract management to develop and implement tactical solutions and tasks, department policies, procedures, and processes to ensure efficient workflow, and resolve day-to-day technical, operational or administrative problems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the activities, priorities, and resources of multiple project initiatives of varying size and complexity to include operational and technical leadership, project governance and direction, project monitoring, team integration, and change integration.
• Ensure that projects progress in accordance with contractual obligations and comply with sponsor/stakeholder regulations and internal organizational policies.
• Manage program/project teams, ensuring program goals are reached for optimal return-on-investment; coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives.
• Oversee the selection and training of project staff, assigning clear roles and responsibilities, providing effective supervision, and managing performance to ensure efficient project implementation.
• Provide administrative direction and coordination; manage the application and administration of departmental grants and contracts; oversee administration and fiscal operations; serve as a liaison with all levels of internal administration and outside the organization to coordinate departmental business and accomplish directives.
• Manage communications across all stakeholder by serving as the primary project contact person and liaison; coordinate organizational relationships with senior leadership partners, stakeholders, and sponsors, providing support in facilitating collaboration and coordination of activities.
• Collaborate with department leadership, project sponsors and cross-functional teams to plan and develop scope, deliverables, resources, work plan, and timing for new project initiatives.

Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Experience managing large datasets in collaboration with government agencies/partners.
• 3 years of experience managing teams
• 5 years of experience managing projects progress in accordance with contractual obligations and comply with sponsor/stakeholder regulations

Anticipated Hiring Range: $59,737.60 - $110,198.40
Grade: GGS 011
University Title: Director Program/Project Operations
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Completed online application, cover letter, and resume are required.
Applications must be submitted on-line through the University of Missouri website: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 57783).

Applications will be reviewed until well-qualified applicants are identified to advance to the interview process.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Grant Funded Position

This position is grant funded. Employment is contingent upon available grant funding.

About the College of Health Sciences

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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