Project/Program Manager - Operational Excellence Team- Healthcare Ins.

ZipRecruiter; Long Beach (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project/Program Manager to support their Operational Excellence team. This role is crucial for building infrastructure, establishing core tools, and driving cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on collaboration and initiative tracking, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization. If you are self-directed and passionate about operational excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k)

Weekly Pay

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project or program management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate program planning and design for new and existing initiatives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to support operational program execution.

Skills

Project Management

Program Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is seeking a Project / Program Manager for the Operational Excellence Team at a HealthPlan Organization.

This is a 6-month contract position with potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role.

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm PST, Remote position.

Pay rate: $39.00 - $50.00 per hour, DOE.

Overview:

We are seeking a temporary Project or Program Manager to support the Operational Excellence team. This role will focus on building infrastructure from the ground up, including establishing core tools and processes, initiative tracking, resource planning, and partnering with the business to drive cross-functional alignment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Facilitate program planning and design for new and existing initiatives
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to support operational program execution
• Define project scope and help identify resource requirements
• Monitor initiative health and progress through critical tracking tools
• Lead communication and stakeholder engagement efforts

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project or program management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders
• High level of analytical and organizational ability
• Self-directed and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Background in Medicare Advantage or readiness for Medicare Open Enrollment

Hiring Manager Leadership Style:

Open, collaborative, and hands-on approach.

Benefits:

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Description:

Our people and culture make JSG a great place to work. Our mission is to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in staffing and consulting services, with 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We have over 30 offices throughout the US and Canada, committed to delivering world-class service and diversified offerings to meet evolving client and candidate needs.