Flexible Workforce Program Manager

• Location: Remote with on average 50% travel
• Department: Strategic Integration
• Schedule: Days | Full-time
• Eligible for an annual bonus incentive
• Development, Implementation and Measurement: Manage end-to-end program lifecycles by designing comprehensive program plans, providing operational support via tools and processes, and measuring outcomes across the Flexible Workforce portfolio (flexible workforce governance and standardization, third-party labor, centralized internal flexible workforce, work stoppage events), along with other support needs across the Operations Infrastructure team.
• Strategic Mobilization & Alignment: Partner with leadership to translate enterprise objectives into actionable project scopes, timelines, technical requirements, and cross-functional initiatives that support enterprise goals.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building: Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, project teams, collaborators, and vendors; facilitate cross-functional alignment and communicate priorities to ensure shared understanding and collaboration.
• Project Execution, Risk & Performance Management: Oversee project progress, proactively identify and mitigate technical, operational, and scheduling risks, develop contingency plans, and provide regular status reporting to ensure successful delivery of high-priority initiatives.
• Executive Deliverables & Operational Excellence: Develop, review, and present executive-level deliverables, provide targeted administrative support, and continuously identify opportunities to improve processes and operational effectiveness.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s): None Required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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