Director Program Management - Pavilion (Full time) #2550

Parker Health Group; Highland Park (NJ); On-site; USD 157,500 - 192,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site and travel between Parker locs

Medical, dental and vision plans

Pension Plan and 403b

Up to 35 paid days off, PTO buyback/bn

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance and Long-Term Disabilty

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Subsidized childcare

Job summary

Parker Health Group is a premier healthcare center in New Jersey delivering aging services across a broad network. We seek a Director of Program Management to establish and lead the PMO, aligning programs with strategic objectives and ensuring standardized processes across the organization.

The role includes coaching project managers, overseeing governance, and driving measurable business value. On-site with travel to Parker locations, with benefits and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
• PMP and/or Lean Six Sigma certification strongly preferred; must be obtained within one year if not held.
• Experience designing a Program Management Office with standardized tools and training.

Responsibilities

• Establish, manage and continuously improve the PMO network to align programs with strategy.
• Oversee portfolio governance, resource allocation, reporting standards and performance tracking.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership influence

Problem solving

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

PMP and/or Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Job Description

Parker Health Group is one of New Jersey’s most advanced healthcare centers offering a full range of person-centered aging services, and access to a broad healthcare network through partnerships with major providers, all under one roof.
We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Director of Program Management to establish, manage and continuously improve the organization's program management office (PMO) network. This role ensures that programs and projects align with strategic objectives, follow standardized processes, and deliver measurable business value. Oversee portfolio governance, resource allocation, reporting standards, project management methodologies and performance tracking across the organization. Additional responsibilities include managing projects of select key initiatives, as well as providing coaching and work direction to other Project Managers, as applicable.

Learn why 2025 is our third year in a row being recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in New Jersey" by NJBiz.com, one of the leading business journals in the state.

Benefits

• Annual compensation $175,000


• On-site and travel between all Parker locations, Monday- Friday with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed


• Optional medical, dental and vision plans


• Up to 35 paid days off, PTO buyback and bank


• Pension Plan and 403b


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Tuition and wellness reimbursement


• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability


• Voluntary benefits


• Eligibility for annual holiday bonus


• Subsidized childcare available


• Free meal with every shift worked


• Use of Parker gym and pool facilities


• We are an equal opportunity employer and Certified Age-Friendly Employer

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.


• 7–10 years of experience in program or project management, including PMO leadership.


• Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Lean Six Sigma certification strongly preferred; certification must be obtained within one year of employment if not already held.


• Strategic experience designing a Program Management Office, including standardized tools, templates and training experience.


• Strong knowledge of program management frameworks and governance models.


• Proven experience managing large or complex project portfolios.


• Excellent communication, collaboration, interpersonal, and leadership influence skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders and teams.


• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to address complex challenges in healthcare program management.


• Advanced business and financial acumen and proficiency in resource allocation and budget management.


• Flu vaccination required required during flu season.

About Us

Parker Health Group, Inc.

You can make a difference in the field of aging services

At Parker Health Group, we believe that happy and fulfilled employees are the source of our strong company culture. We are committed to rewarding our team members by providing them with opportunities for professional development, job growth and a supportive environment. It’s the reason we enjoy one of the highest employee retention rates, far exceeding industry standards. In 2018, and again in 2020, Parker was awarded the Holleran Choice Community award for Employee Engagement, a direct result of the passion exhibited by our employees. We provide them with competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, which includes tuition reimbursement, group health insurance plans, a fully funded pension, life insurance, contributions towards weight loss and gym memberships, and generous paid time off. Join us and help make aging part of life®!