Enterprise Project Manager - Ultimate Medical Academy

Purpose of the Position:

The Enterprise Project Manager (PM) is responsible for successfully managing assigned projects across the organization in support of the organization’s on-going strategic vision. The PM plans, executes, and monitors projects to ensure deliverables are kept on track and the projects stay on budget and within scope. This role works cross-functionally within the Enterprise, including the Information Technology Project Management Office.  This role supports continuing to build the Enterprise Project Management Office brand.

UMA is a nonprofit healthcare educational institution with a national presence. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida and founded in 1994, UMA offers content-rich, interactive online programs as well as hands-on training at our Clearwater, Florida campus. 

• Anticipated salary of $73,100-$85,000; based on experience and qualifications.

• Medical (including prescription), Dental, Vision (UMA subsidized)
• FSA/HSA (Depending on Medical Plan chosen)
• $50,000 Life Insurance (UMA paid)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance (Team Member paid)
• Employee Assistance Program – EAP (UMA paid)
• Long Term Disability (UMA paid)
• Short Term Disability (Team Member paid)
• Supplemental Insurance such as Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital (Team Member Paid)
• Paid Time Off – 15 days accrued in year 1, 9 holidays, and 1 day of Volunteering Time Off
• 401k (eligible upon completion of 90 days of employment and must be at least 21 years of age)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

What you’ll do:

1. Requirements Definition: Collaborate with stakeholders to establish project requirements and scope.
2. Accountability and Resource Assistance: Take ownership of critical project deliverables and assist in resource planning and allocation.
3. Effective Communication: Regularly monitor, track, and report project milestones, status, and risks to key stakeholders. Ensure proactive communication to address any barriers and keep projects on track within budget and scope.
4. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and developing strategies to mitigate them is essential. This includes anticipating issues that could derail a project and having contingency plans in place.
5. Lead by Example: Demonstrate effective enterprise project management leadership by following EPMO best practices.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level Expectations:

• Senior role that applies advanced knowledge of job area (typically obtained through post-secondary education and work experience).
• Manages projects/processes, works independently with limited supervision.
• Coaches and reviews the work of proficient and entry-level professionals.
• Handles difficult and complex problems.
• Desire for growth and professional development.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in project management, with a focus on enterprise initiatives.
• Experience learning and implementing new technologies and adapting processes for continual improvement.
• Experience with program, project, or portfolio management tools, like Daptiv, Easy Project, Monday.com, MS Project, and Wrike.
• Skills – analytical/problem-solving, interpersonal, organization, professionalism, optimism, and influence.
• Ability to professionally communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
• Ability to support a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other business tools such as Microsoft Teams.

Preferred Requirements:

• 2-4 years’ experience and/or strong/advanced proficiency with any of the above minimum requirements.
• Any advanced degree or equivalent experience.
• Healthcare and/or Higher Education experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, or related.
• Prosci certification or experience.

Compliance: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and carefully follows all applicable state laws and rules, federal and state compliance requirements and regulations including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations and internal policies and procedures.  
• Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department. 

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• This is a full-time remote position.
• Home office set up, quiet place to work, and ability to hard wire into high-speed internet connection.
• May require setup of computer equipment; accommodation consideration available upon request.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

OUR VALUES

Our institutional values are shaped and validated by our team members. They describe how we strive to operate and are the standards of behavior we look to embody. 

ACT WITH INTEGRITY

We operate honestly and ethically in an industry-compliant fashion. We are fair and trustworthy in our interactions with all we serve. Our team members, at all levels, lead by example and strive to do the right thing for our students and for each other. We are disciplined professionals who strive to be straightforward and dependable.

CHAMPION STUDENT OUTCOMES

We live by a strong commitment to our students and are passionate about preparing them for meaningful careers. We are deeply dedicated to ensuring students’ educational and career success. We excel at building our students’ confidence and empowering them to reach their full potential.

COMMIT TO TEAM MEMBER SUCCESS

We are committed to our team members’ success and to each other’s success. We strive to create an environment that attracts and retains the best talent while offering continuous learning, professional development and career growth opportunities. We recognize and reward our team members for their contributions to the organization and to our students.

PURSUE RESULTS WITH PURPOSE

We pursue results with a sense of urgency and purpose. We take responsibility for achieving ambitious, measurable results and hold each other accountable. We think strategically and critically, greet new ideas and challenges openly, and look for innovative solutions to challenges.

HAVE FUN. BUILD ENERGY

Enjoying what we do is central to achieving our goals. Building energy, having fun, being optimistic and creating a positive working environment are all critical to our success and that of our students. We strive to be inspired and to inspire others. We consistently show appreciation and celebrate our successes, both large and small.

WORK AS ONE

We believe that diverse, inclusive teams produce breakthrough results. We strive to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues from all types of backgrounds by showing respect and humility when interacting with each other and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner. By working together, we win together - as one - ensuring that the goals of the company are the focal point of our efforts.

UMA will NEVER ask you to send money or ask you to provide bank account information in order for you to get reimbursed for tools to work. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to be from UMA about a job posting, you can always verify the position at https://careers-ultimatemedical.icims.com/