Program Manager, WorkForward

Work Schedule

This is a full time, fully remote position with nationwide travel up to 75%, including conferences, partner site visits, and multi state implementation work. Occasional international travel may be required. Applicants hired into this role may work from most U.S. states, and specific location eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Serve as a subject matter expert in workforce development, apprenticeship models, and career pathways across multiple industries (healthcare, government, education).

to:

• Design and deploy project plans, curriculum, and implementation strategies tailored to client needs.
• Manage cross functional project teams through all phases of the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/control, and closeout.
• Utilize project management tools and best practices to drive milestones, manage risks, and elevate barriers impacting timelines.
• Develop and manage networks of contract staff and external resources to support client implementation efforts.
• Support and strengthen strategic partnerships to promote services and drive business growth.
• Work within federal and state government guidelines for apprenticeship policies and workforce programs to support organizations nationwide.
• Partner with clients and affiliated organizations to innovate, scale, and sustain workforce solutions.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, training, and, as needed, people leadership to LTE staff and external consultants.

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Health Sciences, or related field Required
• Master's Degree in Business Administration, Health Sciences, or related field Preferred

• 5 years of experience in leadership roles, healthcare workforce development, K12 higher education or related consulting. Required

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.