Enterprise Project Manager II (Temporary)

Central California Alliance for Health; United States; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

401(a) Retirement Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays per year

Wellness Program

Onsite EV Charging Stations

Job summary

Central California Alliance for Health is seeking a flexible project management professional for a temporary, full-time role. You will support cross-functional initiatives, analyze data, and promote consistent PM practices. Hybrid work is expected with remote interview elements.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly, collaborates across teams, and manages the full project lifecycle with attention to detail and ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Health Care or related field.
• Minimum of three years of project management experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficient with Windows PC and MS Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint and PM software.
• Ability to lead meetings and facilitate projects across teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide intermediate-level PM support for cross-functional, complex projects.
• Conduct business, technical and financial analysis to support operations.
• Advise on PM methodologies and mentor teams to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Skills

Project management

MS Office

Meeting facilitation

Analytical skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Health Care

Tools

Project management software

Windows PCs & Office apps

Job description

OUR COMMITMENT TO A HUMAN HIRING PROCESS

We believe every candidate deserves thoughtful consideration.That’swhy wedo not use AI or automated systems toreview applications. Every application is reviewed bya realhumanmember of our team. Because we take the time to give each submission the attention it deserves, our review process may take a little longer — and we genuinely appreciate your patience as we work through applications carefully and respectfully.

SERVICE AREA PREFERENCE

While we encourage all interested applicants to apply, we do give priority to those who live in, or near, our service counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, Merced, San Benito, and Mariposa. Our mission of accessible, quality health care guided by local innovation leads everything we do, and having team members who are connected to the communities we serve strengthens our ability to deliver on that commitment.

ABOUT THIS TEMP POSITION

This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment is estimated to go from September 2026 through December 2026, but this is always dependent on business need, and these dates may change. While the assignment would be at the Alliance, you would be an employee of a temporary employment agency that we would connect you with if hired for this position. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) temporary assignment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Reporting to the Enterprise Project Management Manager, this position:

• Provides intermediate-level project management support for medium to high complexity cross-functional, systems-driven strategic and operational projects involving interdepartmental units and/or external stakeholder teams through all aspects of the project lifecycle
• Conducts intermediate-level business, technical and financial analysis and reporting to support operations and business development
• Effectively utilizes, implements and communicates project management methodologies and policies, and mentors project teams, project stakeholders and Enterprise Project Managers, to ensure accuracy, consistency and thoroughness

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Project Management Office (PMO) is a key part of our Operational Excellence Department, committed to providing and growing operational effectiveness expertise across the organization. As the PMO team, we contribute to that commitment through enterprise Portfolio, Program and Project Management services, enabling the organization to operationally adapt and advance our mission. The PMO’s role is to provide practical structure, partnership, and support that makes it easier for teams to deliver meaningful outcomes and focus on what matters most: serving our members well.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a flexible, adaptable professional who works effectively with stakeholders at all levels and keeps projects moving in a fast-paced environment. This person communicates clearly, collaborates across teams, and manages the full project lifecycle with strong organization and attention to detail. They are resourceful and solution oriented, able to balance multiple priorities while producing high-quality documentation. They take ownership of their work, build trust and credibility quickly, foster alignment across teams, and contribute to team success with a constructive, team-first approach.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To read the full position description and list of requirements, click here.

• Knowledge of:

  • Project management methodologies and tools
  • Windows based PC systems and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and project management software applications
  • Methods and tools of meeting facilitation and ability to lead team building exercises and facilitate meetings and/or projects using problem solving and persuasion skills

• Ability to:

  • Demonstrates strong analytical skills and identify issues, offer solutions and mitigate risk
  • Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
  • Maintain organized and accurate records
  • Accurately collect, interpret and evaluate data, make recommendations, and project consequences of recommendations
  • Prepare statistical and narrative reports

• Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a Business, Health Care or a related field
  • A minimum of three years of project management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying

OTHER INFORMATION

• We are in a hybrid work environment, and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.
• While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.
• In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.
• This is a temporary position and does not provide the benefits that are listed below (this is standard language from our regular job posts and cannot be altered or removed). Temporary employees on assignment at the Alliance will be connected to a staffing agency with separate benefit options.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

• Zone 1 Pay Range: $57.70 - $63.50
  Typical areas in Zone 1: Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey Counties, Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Diego areas

• Zone 2 Pay Range: $54.50 - $60.10
  Typical areas in Zone 2: Mariposa and Merced Counties, Fresno area, Bakersfield, Eastern California, San Luis Obispo area, and the Central Valley (except Sacramento)

The applicable salary ranges are based on work location and are aligned to a zone according to the cost of labor in your area. All ranges are subject to change in the future. We are happy to answer any questions that you have or share the applicable pay zone for your location if it’s not one of the typical areas listed. You can reach out to [e-mail], and a member from our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.

The posted hiring ranges represent a good‑faith estimate of what a temporary employee would be paid on this assignment. Final compensation will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate’s qualifications (direct or transferable experience related to the position, education, or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).

OUR BENEFITS

Available for all regular Alliance employees working more than 30 hours per week.Some benefits are available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees. These benefits are unavailable to temporary employees while on an assignment with the Alliance.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Ample Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(a) Retirement Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Robust Health and Wellness Program
• Onsite EV Charging Stations

ABOUT US

We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us.

Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve members in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. To learn more about us, take a look at our Fact Sheet.

The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer

At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.