Job Title: Director of Project Management Office (PMO) – Healthcare IT
Location: On-site in California (Hybrid – 3 days/week minimum)
Employment Type: Long Term Contract
Industry: Healthcare | Information Technology | Government / Public Sector
Seniority Level: Director

US CITIZENS OR GREEN CARD HOLDERS ONLY CAN BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE

About the Role:
We’re hiring a Director of PMO to establish and lead thevIT Project Management Office, manage a portfolio of high-impact enterprise projects, and implement project governance and best practices across our health system.

This is a strategic leadership role for a seasoned project executive with healthcare IT experience—especially someone familiar with Cerner EMR systems and California public health programs.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and lead a centralized IT PMO function

• Standardize project governance, reporting, and tools across the organization

• Lead the project intake/review committee and streamline project onboarding

• Oversee execution of complex, multi-stakeholder healthcare IT initiatives

• Collaborate with leadership to align projects with strategic goals

• Promote PMO maturity and continuous improvement

What You Bring:

• 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 in healthcare IT

• Strong experience managing EMR/EHR implementations – Cerner strongly preferred

• Deep understanding of California’s public health system and regulatory environment

• Proven leadership of enterprise-wide initiatives and cross-functional teams

• PMP or equivalent certification a plus

• Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills

Work Location:

• Hybrid role (must be on-site at least 3 days/week)

• Local candidates only – relocation and travel expenses are not provided

Ready to Lead Transformational Healthcare Projects?
Apply now and help shape the future of public health IT.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.