Strategic Government Relations Project Manager

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University Health System seeks a Government Relations Project Manager to drive strategic initiatives across departments, plan and oversee project work plans, and monitor risks and timelines. The role collaborates with Marketing, Legal, and hospital leadership to ensure aligned delivery of initiatives.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of project management experience, with a Master’s and CAPM preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Two years of project management experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Associate in Project Management Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists Government Relations leadership in achieving objectives and coordinating national/local participation.
• Responsible for all aspects of project planning including timelines, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing business operations.
• Collaborates with leadership to integrate government relations functions.
• Develops and maintains project scope and schedule.
• Manages vendor relations and invoicing for assigned projects.
• Communicates project status and outcomes to stakeholders per plan.

Skills

Confidential information handling

Work under high stress

Independent or team work

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Education, Finance or related field

Tools

Windows

MS Project

MS Office

MS SharePoint

Job description

West Virginia University Health System seeks a Government Relations Project Manager to drive strategic initiatives across departments, plan and oversee project work plans, and monitor risks and timelines. The role collaborates with Marketing, Legal, and hospital leadership to ensure aligned delivery of initiatives.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of project management experience, with a Master’s and CAPM preferred.