Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

680 Lake Shore Drive

Job Description

General Summary:    

At Lurie Children’s Hospital the Director of Technology PMO and Program Governance holds leadership and management roles in the Information Management (IM) Department.  The leader has oversight of the digital and technology PMO and related Portfolio Governance processes. The Director is responsible for the overall delivery of the IM Project Portfolio and driving best practice Project Management methodology. 

The Director will lead a team of project managers, establish project and department KPIs, and ensure the Lurie Children’s Hospital Project Management Life Cycle is adhering to contemporary standards.  As the leader of the portfolio governance function, the Director is responsible for establishing, supporting, and enabling the governance structure to support the Lurie Children’s digital and technology projects and programs. The Director ensures that the work of the PMO adds value, is relevant to the strategy of the organization, and meets the goals set for the PMO by executive leadership.

Essential Job Functions:

Engage with Lurie Children’s Hospital senior leadership and stakeholders to maintain the PMO mission, goals, and operating model. 

Lead the continued improvement of Portfolio Governance processes, PMO playbooks, project delivery standards, and standard tools.

Drive innovative thinking and industry-leading practices for project delivery and portfolio management of digital initiatives within the IM teams and throughout the organization.

Lead, enhance, and develop technology portfolio governance processes and related communications. 

Partner with the Technology and Operational leaders to ensure the governance process is followed and optimized.  

Manage the overall portfolio of digital and technology projects for the organization. 

Facilitate portfolio prioritization and manage risks through governance processes. 

Partner with operations leaders to create and track metrics, in addition to measuring benefit and value.

Partner with the architecture team on the Project Intake process, support the stakeholders and cross-functional teams to develop business case, value realization, resource allocation and cost benefit analysis.

Build and maintain relationships with Lurie Children’s Hospital senior leadership and PMO stakeholders, act as a trusted advisor to the IM leadership team and project stakeholders.

Lead the identification and implementation of standard project management processes, methods, tools, guidelines, and standards. 

Establish a stable framework that supports all project teams and stakeholders to improve successful project delivery.

Monitor and evaluate the performance, risks, and benefits of the Portfolio Projects, work with other leaders to remove blockers for the portfolio of projects.

Provide ongoing leadership, coaching, and mentoring to PMO team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field. 

Seven or more years of experience in IT; healthcare provider preferred. Minimum of five years in a leadership role Portfolio governance and program management experience required, plus knowledge of project planning tools with evidence of practical application.

Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to develop and communicate the PMO strategy, vision, and value to motivate PMO staff; strong business acumen, including industry, domain-specific knowledge of the enterprise and its business units.

A distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills (This is a highly visible position with substantial impact.)

Effective influencing and negotiation skills in a matrixed environment Demonstrated ability for team development on Project Management skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain IT concepts and technologies to business leaders, and business concepts to the PMO staff.

Education

Pay Range

$153,920.00-$253,968.00 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

Tuition assistance

Student loan servicing and support

Adoption benefits

Backup Childcare and Eldercare

Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

 

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org