Enterprise Initiatives Coordinator

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

And more

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is seeking an Enterprise Strategic Initiatives Coordinator in Eagan, MN. This role supports the Chief of Staff to the CEO, tracking progress toward enterprise goals, maintaining dashboards, and coordinating board materials.

The position requires confidentiality and strong judgment in a fast-paced environment. You will partner with executive leaders, manage strategic projects, and help prepare strategy workshops and annual planning cycles, delivering clear

Qualifications

• 3+ years of board relations experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required; if no degree, an additional two years of relevant experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships with executive leaders, board relations staff, and stakeholders to support organizational priorities.
• Navigate a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to support decision-making and initiative execution.
• Use data, reporting, and insights to monitor progress and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver polished communications and materials tailored to executive and board audiences.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies and automating manual processes.

Skills

Board relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

About Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You Will Have

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota is hiring an Enterprise Strategic Initiatives Coordinator in Eagan, MN. This role provides hands on support to the Chief of Staff to the CEO and sits at the intersection of enterprise strategy execution and board relations. The coordinator helps track progress against enterprise goals, maintains dashboards and documentation, supports executive strategy forums, and ensures initiatives move forward with clarity and accountability. As backup to the Board Relations team, the role also supports preparation, coordination, and follow through for board and committee activities, including peak quarterly cycles. This position requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and comfort operating in highly visible, confidential environments. It offers a strong developmental opportunity for someone who thrives in fast paced settings, takes ownership, and brings a continuous improvement mindset, including streamlining and automating manual processes.

What You’ll Do

• Build strong partnerships with executive leaders, Chiefs of Staff, board relations staff, and business stakeholders to support organizational priorities.
• Navigate a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to support decision-making, issue resolution, and initiative execution.
• Use data, reporting, and organizational insights to help leaders monitor progress and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver polished communications and materials tailored to executive and board-level audiences.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies, improving processes, and leveraging technology and automation where appropriate.
• Balance recurring operational responsibilities with strategic project work while maintaining strong follow-through and accountability.

How You’ll Do It

• Support board operations by assisting the Board Relations Sr with meeting materials preparation, documentation management, and administrative coordination. Provide operational support for board-related activities including quarterly updates, audit committee materials, and meeting logistics, while facilitating communication between board relations team members, administrative staff, and designated contacts as directed by senior leadership.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives by partnering with stakeholders to plan, execute, and track strategic projects; provide thought partnership on priorities, synthesize data into actionable insights, and coordinate execution across teams to ensure delivery against key milestones and outcomes.
• Assist in planning, facilitating, and documenting strategy workshops, annual planning cycles, executive sessions, and strategic off-site meetings then translate outcomes into clear actions and materials.
• Develop executive and board-ready strategic deliverables, including quarterly updates, CEO briefings, reports, dashboards, and presentations informed by internal analysis and external research.
• Track and manage strategic initiative progress, including milestones, dependencies, risks, and action items; maintain dashboards, documentation, calendars, and reporting cadence.
• Facilitate proactive follow-up and alignment with business units, divisional Chiefs of Staff, executive sponsors, and functional leaders to ensure momentum and accountability.
• Establish and improve processes and workflows to advance organizational goals, while supporting special projects and priority initiatives as assigned by executive leadership
• Performs additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and level of the role, as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of related board relations professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of a degree, an additional two years of relevant experience beyond the qualifications listed above may be accepted.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Ability to tailor communication to varied audiences, actively listen to uncover requirements, and ensure accurate and timely information exchange.
• Ability to analyze information, identify patterns and root causes, and collaborate with partners to implement practical solutions.
• Ability to effectively organize work, balance competing priorities, and manage time across multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Legal background to effectively perform compliant, board-related tasks.
• Proven knowledge and experience in developing, implementing, managing and facilitating meetings.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and financial performance.
• Experience preparing and delivering board reports and facilitating board meetings and committees.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of leadership including board members, CEOs and executive leadership and staff.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week – most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Compensation And Benefits

Pay Range: $68,900.00 - $91,300.00 - $113,700.00 Annual

We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Which May Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: [e-mail].

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