Program Manager, Strategy & Operations

Title: Program Manager, Strategy & Operations

Employee Classification: Strategy & Ops Analyst

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Strategic & Op Transformation

Department: HSC-Strategic & Op Transformation-354000

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: based on experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The new Department of Strategic and Operational Transformation (SOT) within the Office of Operations and Business Management is responsible for the development and management of the institution's strategy and strategic plan, process improvement, planning, and risk management.

Position Overview

The Program Manager, within the Department of Strategic and Operational Transformation, Office of Operations and Business Management is a highly visible team member responsible for facilitating and supporting the strategic efforts of the organization. This role is responsible for analyzing data for common themes and trends, coordinating development of the University’s overarching strategic objectives and key results with executives and key stakeholder, monitoring and tracking execution of initiatives, and providing regular progress updates to the AVP Strategy, COO and executive team.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field and five (5) years of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Thorough understanding of strategic planning processes, including market analysis, competitive assessment, and long-term goal setting
* Proficient in setting targets, developing key performance indicators (KPIs), and prioritizing efforts based on strategic objectives
* Ability to understand and lead both qualitative and quantitative analysis
* Ability to identify and analyze complex problems, determine root causes, and propose innovative solutions with a strategic mindset
* Ability to think critically, using logic and reasoning to help identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
* Proficiency in evaluating the potential impact of solutions on broader organizational goals
* Advanced ability to synthesize and present complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, including senior leaders and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field.
PMP certification
Lean Six Sigma certification
Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills and strong proficiency in effectively putting together presentations and stories depending on the audience and initiative.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analytics skills and analysis background.

Job Duties:

• In conjunction with the AVP, Strategic and Operational Transformation is responsible for coordinating the f