Program Manager I - KNN
Medical College of Wisconsin
Summary
As a Program Manager I, you will work independently, under the direction of the Program Director, and in collaboration with initiative colleagues, to manage a suite of projects in the MCW Flourishing program. Provide direction and guidance to facilitate the achievement of the program’s goals. This initiative works in collaboration with members of the Kern National Network for Flourishing in Health. This is a limited term position ending on 9/1/2027
Primary Responsibilities
Maintain program timeline including tracking deadlines for program deliverables.
Learn about and represent the KNN Framework for Flourishing as it relates to project teams.
Bring a relational approach to program management and coordination.
Monitor project budgets; support project teams and departments as needed with budget-related tasks and activities.
Schedule people and material resources.
Coordinate the development of program materials including educational materials, marketing materials, forms, and reports.
Oversee the collection, analysis, and dissemination of program data.
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive databases and files related to the program.
Organize internal and external meetings, site visits, and special events.
Oversee training for program participants.
Coordinate and manage program outreach activities including acting as a liaison with community organizations as appropriate and between the program and the Kern National Network.
Ensure program data and progress are reported to program stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and institutional policies.
Participate in the development of program resources through literature searches, contact with outside programs, and review of funding opportunities.
Participate on appropriate committees relevant to the advancement of the program and the profession or area of research.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge – Skills – Abilities
Knowledge of technical, business, consultation, project management, and cultural awareness.
Customer focus, building trust, communication, critical thinking, and influencing skills
Qualifications
Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Required Experience: 6 years
Preferred Education: Master's Degree
Preferred Experience: 8 years
Physical Requirements
Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
Work Environment
Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
Sensory Acuity
Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. #LI-NK1
Why MCW?
Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
403B Retirement Package
Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Pet Insurance
On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview
For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers
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