Program Management Jobs in Minneapolis, MN (NOW HIRING)

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

• Drive the development and documentation of design, requirements and implementation required to support initiatives that align with strategic priorities.
• Develop relationships and partner with key resources, both internal and external, to collaborate on the design and ensure all market, member, and provider considerations are factored into the design.
• Drive business decision making process to ensure capabilities, systems and processes meet market expectations and that alternate approaches are vetted and explored.
• Manage related ongoing program management work to understand what is needed to recommend strategy and solutions, while influencing and steering others to accomplish that strategy across multiple complex programs.
• Ensure that appropriate metrics are chosen and that the appropriate measurement, data analysis and evaluation occur for each initiative.
• Develop and continually update program or project plans, timelines and deliverables while coordinating multiple sub-processes to expand and/or improve complex programs.
• Develop and implement a communication plan in conjunction with leadership and to support initiatives, including status and progress updates.
• Stay abreast of changes in the rapidly evolving health care marketplace and in regulatory or qualitymeasurement programs.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• 7+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
• 1 year of management experience, leading a team
• Demonstrated organizational relationship management skills.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity.
• Strong critical thinking skills and problem solving/conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong facilitation, negotiation and presentation skills, adapting approach as needed.
• Attention to detail and time management skills.
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently, and demonstrated ability to work under tight time frames.
• Knowledge of the health care industry, payer business models, business segments and products.
• Proven ability to handle a variety of assignments in a fast paced and complex business environment.
• Proven ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Science or related field or Master's degree in business, nursing, public health, health sciences, health promotion or related field.
• Experience in process improvement.
• Content expertise in the reduction of health risk behavior.
• Ability to combine traditional health education approaches with policy or other advocacy tactics.

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week - most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• 401k

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

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