Cottage Health is seeking an Senior IT PMO Program Manager for their CH ITS Administration who is responsible for managing a variety of large scale project portfolios that fall within the technical and non-technical areas from concept through deployment. Aligned with established project methodologies, the position works collaboratively with senior leadership, IT groups, business partners, suppliers and other teams to consistently deliver portfolios on time, within scope and within budget.
QualificationsAll job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently.LEVEL OF EDUCATION
Minimum:
- Bachelor's Degree in healthcare management, information technology, business management, or applicable years of experience (2 years experience = 1 year college)
Preferred:
- Masters
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Preferred:
- Project Management certification from Project Management Institute (PMI) or other or other continual learning org
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum:
- Competency using project management tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Microsoft Project or other workflow documentation tools). Working knowledge of Information Technology and business operations.
Preferred:
- Alternative Working knowledge of hospital or business operations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES
All knowledge, skills, and abilities listed indicate the minimum level deemed necessary to perform this job proficiently.
- Ability to be an influential member of a highly integrated team composed of both technical and non-technical members.
- The employee communicates effectively. Excellent communication (oral and written) and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate schedules, priorities, and status to all levels in the company.
- Relies on experience and judgment to perform the functions of the job and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complex tasks autonomously and with proficiency. Works with minimal supervision, and some degree of creativity and latitude.
- Solid understanding of budget lifecycle, vendor/risk management, and business models. This role has the ability to define the requirements in developing new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization in the area they have been assigned.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in healthcare management, information technology, business management, or applicable years of experience
- Project Management certification from Project Management Institute (PMI) or other ongoing education
- Competency using project management tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Microsoft Project
Cottage Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cottage Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Cottage Health.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for the area and often described as fair or among the best locally. Noted examples of meaningful raises over time reinforce the perception of market-aligned compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as very good, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision alongside robust mental health resources. Wellness supports like an EAP, onsite fitness/yoga, and incentives enhance overall value.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Distinctive programs such as substantial down‑payment assistance, workforce‑affordable housing, wellness dollars, and onsite childcare broaden total rewards beyond core insurance. These offerings are positioned to help offset local cost pressures and support daily life.
Cottage Health Insights
What We Do
Mission Statement: To provide superior health care for and improve the health of our communities through a commitment to our core values of excellence, integrity, and compassion. Founded in 1888, the not-for-profit Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital has been serving the community for more than 125 years. Cottage Health, formed in 1996 as the not-for-profit parent organization of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and its affiliated Cottage Children’s Medical Center, Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, is guided by a volunteer board of directors from the greater Santa Barbara community and provides the residents of the Central and South Coast with exemplary health care, continuous improvements in medical practice, and a commitment to our communities.
