Health & Wellness Strategic Plan Implementation Manager

The-Coquille-Indian-Tribe; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coquille Indian Tribe is seeking a Strategic Plan Project Manager to lead Health and Wellness Division initiatives, including the Strategic Plan and Rural Health Transformation projects. You will coordinate with executive leadership, clinical and public health teams, and external partners to ensure timely delivery and measurable outcomes.

The role requires strong project management skills, excellent communication, and the ability to navigate complex organizational environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years managing health-related strategic initiatives and projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Strong communication, planning, and reporting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and evaluation of Health and Wellness initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define scope, budgets, timelines, and success metrics.
• Coordinate across clinical, community, governmental, and vendor groups for project delivery.
• Prepare regular status reports and identify process improvements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Analytical thinking

Cross-department collaboration

Attention to detail

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, business admin, public health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Microsoft 365

Job description

This position is a covered position as defined in the Coquille Indian Tribe Chapter 185 Child Protection Ordinance.Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screen and Criminal and Character Background Check.SUMMARY OF MAJOR FUNCTIONSUnder the direct supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, the Strategic Plan Project Manager leads the planning, coordination, and execution of complex Health and Wellness Division (HWD) projects across the organization, including, but not limited to, HWD Strategic Plan and Rural Health Transformation funded initiatives. The position provides leadership throughout the full lifecycle of each initiative, from initial planning and development through implementation, ensuring alignment with the mission of the Health and Wellness Division and the core values of the Coquille Indian Tribe. The role bridges executive leadership of the Health and Wellness Division, clinical and public health teams, Coquille Tribal governmental executive leadership and governmental functions and the Coquille Tribal Community to advance the health and wellness of Coquille Tribal Citizens and the community.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic Health and Wellness Division initiatives, including Strategic Plan and Rural Health Transformation projects.Collaborate with HWD Executive Leadership to establish project scope, objectives, budgets, timelines, performance measures, and success indicators.Serve as the Program Monitor for Tribal Health projects. The Project Manager will collaborate with Department Directors to provide technical assistance with self-monitoring activities and operations.Manages complex HWD initiatives/projects by bringing stakeholders together, balancing competing priorities, resolving issues, and keeping work on track in challenging operational or organizational environments.Coordinates communication across clinical, community, governmental, operational, leadership, vendor, and external partner groups to ensure clear expectations, defined roles, and successful project execution.Ensure clear and effective policy and regulatory administration and compliance related to managing HWD initiatives.Use of established project management tools, processes, and standards to keep HWD projects organized, ensure quality and consistency, and support successful project delivery.Keep the HWD Executive Leadership informed of health initiative planning issues and priorities. Provide monthly and quarterly reports, as directed.Contributes to continuous improvement efforts and knowledge-sharing by identifying lessons learned and recommending process enhancements.Coordinates internal teams, consultants, contractors, and vendors to support successful health system project deliveryEnsures project schedules, documentation, tracking tools, and reports are accurate, current, and reflect project progress.Oversees initiative budgets and financial tracking to support sound financial management and successful project delivery.Coordinates grant reporting for the Rural Health Transformation Project funding.Prepare and present regular project status reports to HWD Executive Leadership and other stakeholders.Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to strengthen project management and organizational effectiveness.Other duties as assigned.The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSRequires the ability to communicate orally, repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, often requires walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, raising or lowering objects, stooping and occasionally requires lifting up to 50 pounds. Work is generally performed in an office setting.. Will often be required to travel by automobile, commercial or private carrier. Local travel is frequently required, statewide and national travel is occasionally required. The individual must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing a significant safety threat to self or others.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESThe individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position safely, efficiently, and accurately. Work duties or processes may be modified, when appropriate and feasible, to support successful performance without creating a significant safety risk.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strengths in team building, and cooperative problem solving. Ability to consistently convey a pleasant and helpful attitude by using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to control sometimes stressful and emotional situations.Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the Coquille Indian Tribe.Ability to lead projects in environments characterized by ambiguity, evolving requirements and expectation to establish clarity and direction.Strong judgment and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret incomplete information and determine appropriate courses of action.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and project management software applications, with the ability to use these tools effectively to create correspondence, documents, spreadsheets, reports, and other business materials.Self-driven and motivated to increase efficiency and performance.Ability to work cooperatively with other departments to accomplish assigned tasks; ability to develop good working relationships with other departments in the organization.Must have acute attention to detail and demonstrate effectiveness in managing multiple work assignments simultaneously, often under strict deadlines. Work accuracy is essential. Works independently, shows initiative and takes ownership of all projects and assignments to achieve positive results.Ability to exercise excellent organization, time management, analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and functional areas in support of coordinated project delivery.Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information, and demonstrate professionalism in all work and interactions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in project management, Business Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing health related strategic initiatives and projects required.Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, desktop publishing techniques and web publication software products required.Experience with project management tools, scheduling systems, and reporting practices.Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and project management software applications.Ability to travel to meetings, project locations, and vendor or partner offices as required.Must have proven track record as a team player.Current and valid Oregon driver’s license in good standing is required with no insurability restrictions from the Tribe’s insurance carrier.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSProject Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management certification preferred.Experience working in a Tribal Health environment preferredKnowledge of Indian Health Service and Bureau of Indian Affairs programs a plus.