Manager, IT Strategic Planning & Governance

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

UW Medicine IT Services is seeking a Manager of IT Strategic Planning & Governance to lead governance operations, portfolio planning, and enterprise-wide IT investment alignment. The role requires driving governance models and prioritization processes while coordinating with UW Medicine executives and cross-functional teams.

The position emphasizes a strong executive presence, people leadership, and the ability to improve processes across healthcare and technology domains.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of IT governance, portfolio management and strategic development experience.
• 4+ years leading and coaching technology or business professionals.
• Experience influencing in matrix organizations and implementing PM standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise IT Strategic Planning & Governance team.
• Establish governance operating models and portfolio planning practices.
• Provide executive decision support across UW Medicine IT and business stakeholders.

Skills

IT Governance

Portfolio Management

Operational Excellence

Strategic development

Business analysis

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business

Job description

Seattle, WA

Full time

REQ-0000137777

Job Description

UW MEDICINE IT SERVICES has an outstanding job opportunity for a Manager of IT Strategic Planning & Governance position.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE -- 40 hours per week
• Day Shift -- UW MEDICINE ITS SERVICES CORE HOURS ARE 08:00 -- 17:00 (PST), Monday-Friday

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

UW Medicine IT Services (ITS) is a shared services organization that supports all of UW Medicine. UW Medicine is comprised of Harborview Medical Center (HMC), UW Medical Center-Montlake Campus (UWMC-Montlake), UW Medical Center-Northwest Campus (UWMC-NW), Valley Medical Center (VMC), UW Medicine Primary Care (UWMPC), UW Physicians (UWP), UW School of Medicine (SOM), and Airlift Northwest (ALNW). ITS is responsible for the ongoing support and maintenance of the infrastructure and applications which support all these institutions, along with the implementation of new services and applications that are used to support and further the UW Medicine mission.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• 100% remote opportunity
• 15 days of vacation your first year -- Also, 12 days of sick time, 1 personal holiday, and 11 paid holidays each year
• 100% matching, 100% immediately vesting 403(b)

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Manager of IT Strategic Planning & Governance leads the enterprise IT Strategic Planning & Governance team that ensures technology investments are aligned to organizational priorities and facilitates the overall intake process from planning to scheduling projects. This role is responsible for:

• Establishing and maturing governance operating models
• Intake and prioritization processes, portfolio planning practices
• Executive decision support capabilities across UW Medicine IT and business stakeholders

The Manager serves as a trusted advisor to executives, operational leaders, and cross-functional teams. This individual leads governance process improvements and manages a team responsible for governance operations, reporting, and portfolio support. The role requires strong executive presence, organizational influence, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments across healthcare, technology, and operational domains.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience

6+ years' experience must include the following:

• 6+ years progressive, relevant experience related to IT Governance, Portfolio Management, Operational Excellence, Strategic development and/or major business analysis within an environment with established project management delivery standards
• 4+ years' experience leading, managing, and coaching technology and/or business professionals
• Demonstrated management and leadership capabilities with proven ability to influence in matrix environment
• Proven ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and provide guidance and leadership to staff
• Progressive, relevant experience related to IT strategic planning, portfolio, Program, Project management
• Prior experience developing and implementing project management standards and processes
• Prior experience delivering services to senior customer representatives
• Prior experience with responsibility developing and continuously improving processes in support of quality and/or throughput initiatives
• Prior experience in a role with significant customer service component

ABOUT UW MEDICINE -- WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team (http://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) . Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$150,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$172,008.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives -- on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

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