Cook County Health & Hospitals System

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PROJECT MANAGER, CORE CENTER Job Number: 00138023 Job Posting: Oct 21, 2025, 10:27:39 AM Closing Date: Oct 27, 2025, 11:59:00 PM Full-time Shift Start Time: 9:00 A.M. Shift End Time: 5:00 P.M. Collective Bargaining Unit: None Posting Salary: $92,855 - $100,031 Organization: Health and Hospital Systems Job Title Department Project Manager, CORE Center CORE Services This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules. Job Summary The Project Manager, Core Center, is responsible for the general oversight of industry, government funded research, and quality improvement projects and clinical trials supporting CORE Services. The project manager will develop, coordinate and administer the overall daily operations of the projects specified by the funder, as detailed in the protocols, and as regulated by the CCH Institutional Review Board (IRB). Additionally, they will work with the Pls regarding scientific aspects of the projects; maintain optimum participant recruitment and enrollment and assure quality patient care. They will set up and administer electronic, and as necessary, paper data files, quality assurance logs, and report forms. The Project Manager will review project budgets and ensure that invoices and expenditures are appropriate to the needs of the study and consonant with the budget and contracts. General Administrative Responsibilities Collective Bargaining • Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals • Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings Discipline • Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels • Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements • Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements Supervision • Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices • Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements Management • Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH’ systemic development and success • Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures • Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements • Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary Typical Duties • Oversees grant funded projects and the fiscal management of grant funded programs • Develops and coordinates the operating and capital equipment budget for the department • Prepares fiscal reports and reconciles budgets to reflect operating costs and labor cost for areas identified by leadership • Supervises study staff, including research assistants, medical assistants, and phlebotomists • Develops and implement protocols and procedures governing the research projects; take on leadership in roll out of studies and projects • Liaisons with individuals and clinical areas key to ensuring screening and enrollment of targeted populations; schedules, screens, enrolls, and provides informed consent to participants • Establishes procedures to protect and maintain the rights and confidentiality of all study participants • Participates in monthly monitoring calls with project sponsors and study teams • Completes quarterly training/review of budget management and compliance • Facilitates preparations for all project site initiation visits and monitoring visits • Remains current knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory and compliance guidelines • Participates in the Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center Research Committee monthly meetings • Adheres to Cook County Health (CCH) Specific Policies & Procedures • Travels to trainings and sponsor meetings as needed • Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university. • Three (3) years of experience working with people living with HIV/AIDS • Two (2) years of experience working in a medical environment • Two (2) years of supervision and/or management experience • Proficient in Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Human Services, Social Services or related field • Previous experience with budget preparation, monitoring, planning, and program development Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics • Excellent oral and written communication skills, problem solving and conflict resolution skills • Knowledge and understanding with the development of grant proposals • Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications • Ability to function autonomously as a worker and as a team member • Well organized, able to prioritize, results oriented, and self-motivate • Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects and in a fast-paced environment Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified. For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service • To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must: • Meet the minimum qualifications for the position. • Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?” • Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable OR A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing. If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW BENEFITS PACKAGE • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage • Basic Term Life Insurance • Pension Plan • Deferred Compensation Program • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time • You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/ MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION • Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview. • Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen. • CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor. COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER