Senior Population Health Programs Lead

001 University of Rochester; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester’s Office of Community Health Optimization (OCHO) seeks a Lead Department Program Specialist to manage a complex portfolio spanning health equity initiatives, population health, and system reform. You will lead project teams, develop plans, and collaborate with UR Medicine leadership to advance policy, operations, and community-based services.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with extensive experience, PMP preferred, and strong communication, change management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience in population health or social determinants of health desirable.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage a complex portfolio of programs spanning health equity and population health.
• Lead project and program teams to develop and execute institution-wide policies.
• Produce reports and presentations for team, UR Medicine leadership, and executives.
• Develop budgets, monitor expenses, and pursue grant opportunities.
• Foster ICARE values, collaboration, and effective communication across departments.
• Represent UR Medicine at community tables focused on population health and SDOH.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

eRecord

Job description

The University of Rochester’s Office of Community Health Optimization (OCHO) seeks a Lead Department Program Specialist to manage a complex portfolio spanning health equity initiatives, population health, and system reform. You will lead project teams, develop plans, and collaborate with UR Medicine leadership to advance policy, operations, and community-based services.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with extensive experience, PMP preferred, and strong communication, change management,