Project Specialist I (PHIDH)

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Project Specialist I (PHIDH) to join our team!

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Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

DH STD CONTROL PROGRAM PAV L

Job Summary

This position will support the Performance Improvement Office in the Office of the Director at the Public Health Institute at Denver Health. This position will provide administrative support for the Public Health Institute’s quality improvement in our four public health clinics, coordinate learners, and assist with the strategic planning and business development efforts. This position will be hybrid position with required days in the office.

Essential Functions:

• Works collaboratively with the department administrative team to execute on program goals and objectives. (15%)
• Provides logistical coordination and support for various projects in include: planning, scheduling, prep and set-up, post project evaluation, and other associated activities to ensure smooth class functioning. (15%)
• Works collaboratively across Denver Health to coordinate logistical support for both Internal (targeting providers inside DH) and External (targeting providers outside of DH using DH content experts) as appropriate. (10%)
• Offers creative ideas on how to improve existing events, generate additional revenue, and/or ideas for new event opportunities. (10%)
• Coordinates data collection for assigned projects including developing project timelines. (10%)
• Creates and executes project work plans as needed and revises as appropriate. (10%)
• Assists in recruitment and facilitation of event planning committees to manage their communication, meeting agendas, reporting, and outcomes. (10%)
• Prepares agendas for team or project meetings and documents key decisions. (5%)
• Responds to internal inquiries about operations and fiscal procedures, data sources, mechanisms, and tracking tools. (5%)
• Provides clear and direct communication to internal and external partners regarding status, requests, or follow-up. (5%)
• Offers creative ideas on how to improve existing systems, operations, and practices to generate efficiency and improve business practices. (5%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years of project coordination, process improvement or administrative experience in healthcare or related field required. Required

Licenses:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of project planning, development, and implementation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion with information.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to provide input on projects/programs, assist with associated work plans, and able to manage the day to day execution of assigned projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively one to one as well as within a group delivering engaging, informative, and well-organized presentations.
• Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience SharePoint preferred.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$58,600.00 - $85,000.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.