The work you’ll do
We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager for the National 988 System Project. In this capacity, you will take the helm of the business project team and lead a cohort of experts across agency readiness, technology, project management, and contractual functions. This collaborative endeavor will closely align with the National 988 System Program and Project Director within the Department of Health's (DOH) Division of Prevention and Community Health (PCH). Strong communication skills and proficiency in translating intricate technology options into comprehensible business terms is key.

If you’re inspired by building strong resilient communities, you’re in the right place! We’re looking for passionate people who will bring humility and understanding to the campaign for a strong, healthy, and resilient Washington powered by technological innovation. Someone who welcomes new challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm is critical. You should be a team player who values the whole and will bring an acute level of interpersonal awareness and decisiveness along with your ability to manage stakeholder interests and build strong collaborative partnerships.

 
Desired experience and qualifications
We will take into account all relevant experience including personal, volunteer, and/or professional, as well as a combination of experience and education that showcases your ability to perform the job. Kindly make sure to highlight any relevant experience in your cover letter, resume, or applicant profile.
 
Option 1: A Bachelor’s Degree or higher; AND five (5) or more years of experience in managing projects in a wide range of subject areas (such as IT, facilities, service delivery, operational support, Government, or organizational change).
 
Option 2: Thirteen (13) or more years of experience in managing projects in a wide range of subject areas (such as IT, facilities, service delivery, operational support, Government, or organizational change)
 
AND Experience in the following: 

• Leading efforts to improve organizational development and business operations for a large, multi-function organization.
• Overseeing and planning large, complex project implementations.

About Washington State Department of Health

Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide information to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies. To accomplish all of these, we collaborate with many partners every day. We help ensure a safer and healthier Washington by: Working to improve health through disease and injury prevention, immunization, and newborn screening Providing health and safety information, education and training so people can make healthy choices Promoting a health and wellness system where we live, learn, work, play and worship Addressing environmental health hazards associated with drinking water, food, air quality and pesticide exposure Protecting you and your family by licensing healthcare professionals, investigating disease outbreaks and preparing for emergencies

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