Kansas City, MO, 64106, USA
14 days ago
Sr. Program Manager (Maternal Child Health) - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon - Fri, 8a-4:30p)
**If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.** **Please log into myWORKDAY (http://www.myworkday.com/trumed/d/home.htmld) to search for positions and apply.** Sr. Program Manager (Maternal Child Health) - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon - Fri, 8a-4:30p) 101 Truman Medical Center **Job Location** Jackson County Public Health Lee's Summit, Missouri **Department** JCHD Community Engagement & Policy **Position Type** Full time **Work Schedule** 8:00AM - 4:30PM **Hours Per Week** 40 **Job Description** The Sr. Program Manager: Maternal Child Health leads and manages maternal and child health initiatives within the Community Engagement and Policy team. This role provides strategic direction across programs spanning the life course, addressing complex maternal and child health challenges through coordinated, community-informed approaches. The position oversees staff and contracts related to maternal and child health, ensures program objectives and deliverables are met, and aligns goals and strategies with Jackson County’s strategic priorities. **What You’ll Do** + Lead high-impact or mission-critical public health programs, including emergency or after-hours operations + Supervise and support program staff through coaching, accountability, and team development + Plan, implement, and improve programs aligned with public health priorities and grant requirements + Track outcomes using data, dashboards, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement + Manage budgets, monitor expenses, and support grant reporting and compliance + Build strong partnerships with community organizations and represent JCPH at events and meetings + Ensure services are culturally responsive, accessible, and community-driven + Maintain compliance with public health regulations, accreditation standards, and HIPAA + Respond to special assignments during public health emergencies as needed **Minimum Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in public health, human services, social work, health promotion/education, or a related field + 2+ years of progressively responsible related experience + Proven leadership in high-pressure or rapidly changing environments + Experience managing workflows, budgets, and grant deliverables + Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills + Experience working with diverse communities and cultures + Proficiency with common computer software (Word, Excel, databases, presentations) + Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work independently + Ability to meet fleet driving requirements. **Preferred (Nice to Have)** + Master’s degree in a related field + Advanced knowledge of behavioral epidemiology or health promotion principles **Ready to Make an Impact?** If you’re passionate about public health, energized by leadership, and ready to help shape programs that protect and strengthen our community— **we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of the mission at Jackson County Health Department.** **Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day.** University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.
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