Project Manager Risk Management Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union)

The Project Manager provides a broad range of project management and operational support contributing to the administration coordination and execution of key initiatives across the department. This role supports planning budgeting organizing research and service delivery activities while ensuring projects are completed on time within scope and within budget. The Project Manager leads and coordinates cross-functional teams manages resources and ensures alignment with organizational goals. The position oversees all phases of the project lifecycle including initiation planning execution monitoring and closure while proactively identifying risks implementing mitigation strategies and maintaining clear consistent communication with stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong leadership sound judgment excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. The Project Manager may provide backup support and coverage to other managers and directors within the department as needed. The position may also co-oversee Masters in Health Administration (MHA) residencies or internships for the department. Overall this role is essential to advancing the Offices commitment to integrated collaborative and evidence-based enterprise risk management across Keck Medicine of USC.

The Project Manager Organizational Effectiveness is a key member of the Human Resources team and provides a wide range of project management and operational support. The individual will assist in the administration and coordination of a variety functions including planning budgeting organizing research and management of activities for the Associate Administrator Organizational Effectiveness and other senior leaders of the Human Resources team. Assignments will involve coordination with a variety of HR functions and collaborating with departments or entities within Keck Medicine or at University Park Campus. This work involves organizations that are part of due diligence integration or additional key strategic priorities with Keck Medicine.

Essential Duties:

• Project Management Define project scope objectives and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals. Develop detailed project plans timelines and resource allocation strategies. Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met. Monitor project progress performance and risks; adjust plans and mitigation strategies as needed. Manage project budgets track expenses and ensure cost efficiency. Communicate project status risks and updates to stakeholders regularly. Ensure compliance with organizational standards policies and best practices. Facilitate problem-solving decision-making and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle. Oversee project closure activities including documentation evaluation and lessons learned. Maintain accurate and complete project documentation for audits or future reference. Ensure deliverables meet quality standards regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations. Manage procurement of resources and third-party vendors as needed. Assist with vendor coordination and contract negotiations as appropriate.
• Communication & Collaboration Develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups including staff faculty clinicians patients and visitors. Prepare and deliver presentations on project proposals plans and status in formal and informal settings. Facilitate meetings reporting sessions and group discussions to support project execution. Provide guidance support and motivation to project team members fostering a collaborative high-performance environment. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in navigating changing priorities tasks and processes. Seek receive and act on performance feedback; provide constructive actionable feedback to peers and leaders.
• Budget & Resource Management Prepare and manage project budgets ensuring cost control documentation accuracy and financial compliance. Monitor resource utilization and adjust allocations to optimize operational efficiency. Review project invoices and financial documentation for accuracy and alignment with project scope. Assist with development of the departments annual budget as needed.
• Leadership & Supervision Serve as a preceptor or mentor for the departments Master of Health Administration (MHA) residents or interns as assigned.
• Operational & Program Support Provide operational support to Culture of Safety Risk Analytics Risk Education Professional Liability Management and Clinical Risk Management programs as needed. Support general department operations workflows and strategic initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Req Bachelors Degree in related field.

• Req 3-5 years Experience directly related project management. MHA Residency completed at Keck Medicine of USC will count towards work experience.

• Req Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare clear reports presentations and stakeholder updates and articulate project goals timelines and expectations to diverse audiences.
• Req Strong facilitation public speaking negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Req Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary projects and work effectively with cross-functional teams including clinicians administrative leaders and external stakeholders.
• Req Excellent organizational and project management skills including independently prioritizing tasks managing multiple deadlines and adapting to changing or high-pressure conditions.
• Req Proven ability to analyze complex problems evaluate policies and operational processes and handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Req Experience collaborating with Information Technology (IT) teams and managing vendors or vendor contracts.
• Req Ability to work effectively with culturally and professionally diverse individuals and teams.
• Req Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint Visio Word Excel Outlook) and familiarity with project management tools or software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pref Masters degree in Business Administration Healthcare Management Public Health or a related field
• Pref Ability to conduct complex analyses of administrative organization policies procedures practices and cost-benefit of proposed programs
• Pref Specialty Certification Certified Professional Healthcare Risk Manager (CPHRM) Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and/or other Risk Management certification
• Pref Certification - Job Relevant LEAN Six Sigma or other Process Improvement certification

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Req Project Management Professional (PMP) or other Project Management Certification
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

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