Project Manager

Job Description We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Project Manager to lead public health interoperability initiatives. This role will oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects that enhance data exchange between public health agencies, healthcare providers, and community partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health informatics, stakeholder engagement, and project management methodologies Job Duties Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure interoperability goals are met Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations Facilitate stakeholder meetings and communication strategies Monitor project progress and prepare reports for leadership and funders Identify and mitigate project risks and barriers Promote adoption of interoperability tools and workflows Requirements 8+ years: Experience in project management, preferably in public health or h ealthcare IT PMP certification required CAPM or Agile certification preferred Familiarity with health data standards and public health systems Experience with public health programs, clinical systems, or IT infrastructure is highly valuable. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills Experience with Agile or Waterfall methodologies Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Location Local candidates ONLY . Must be located within 1.5 hours of Lansing, MI at time of submission. Position is a hybrid schedule with NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Wednesdays and Thursdays are required onsite days.) Working hours Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional Requirements Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment. Employment Terms This is a W2 position 40 hrs per week HYBRID schedule - NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Wednesdays and Thursdays are required onsite days.) About Zenfreed At Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right talent. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Benefits We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage options for all employees.