Project Manager for Strategic Planning and Operations

Description

The Project Manager will develop and maintain systems to track strategic‑plan objectives, coordinate data collection, and produce progress dashboards for senior leadership. They will support high‑level operational planning by creating project‑management tools, facilitating cross‑departmental meetings, and acting as a liaison between leadership and administrative units. The incumbent will also oversee communications, stakeholder engagement, and use data analytics to drive continuous improvement.

• Track and report progress on strategic‑plan objectives using dashboards and regular updates.
• Develop project‑management tools, timelines, and workflows for operational initiatives.
• Facilitate cross‑departmental meetings and act as liaison between leadership and administrative units.
• Oversee creation and distribution of communications and stakeholder‑engagement materials.
• Apply data analytics to assess process effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least three years of experience leading project‑based initiatives, including data analysis, timeline management, and stakeholder coordination. Required skills include strong communication, problem‑solving, deadline management, and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite. Preferred qualifications are a master’s degree in a related field, project‑management certification, and experience in higher‑education or medical‑education environments.

The position is full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with occasional evening, weekend, or local travel as needed, and it is performed in a professional, climate‑controlled office setting. Physical demands involve prolonged desk work and the ability to lift up to 10 lb. AWSOM is an equal‑opportunity employer and all offers are contingent on background checks and eligibility verification.

• Bachelor’s degree (required) with 3+ years of project‑coordination experience.
• Proven ability to analyze, organize, and report operational and strategic data.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn new software quickly.
• Preferred: Master’s degree, project‑management certification, higher‑education or medical‑education background, process‑improvement experience.

Benefits

• Full‑time schedule (Mon‑Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) with flexible hours for occasional evenings/weekends.
• On‑site position in Bentonville’s state‑of‑the‑art medical education facility.
• Professional office environment with low‑to‑moderate noise level and collaborative setting.
• Opportunities for local travel and engagement with diverse stakeholders.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance