Program Director

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Project & Program ManagementProgram Director

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VetsEZ is seeking a Program Director for an onsite opportunity in Jackson,

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Project & Program ManagementProgram Director

VetsEZ is seeking a Program Director for an onsite opportunity in Jackson, Mississippi supporting the implementation and operation of a statewide Health Information Exchange (HIE) and the development of Health Data Utility (HDU). This role will lead program delivery and provider relations, combining statewide HIE strategy with healthcare outreach, participation growth, and executive stakeholder engagement. This opportunity is contingent upon contract award.

This is an onsite position in Jackson, Mississippi. Travel to healthcare facilities and stakeholder meetings within Mississippi is required.

Responsibilities

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→Lead statewide HIE strategy, implementation priorities, governance, and program performance.
→Build relationships with State leadership, hospital executives, provider associations, and community stakeholders.
→Direct provider outreach, prioritize prospective participants, and communicate the value of HIE participation.
→Oversee budgets, delivery risks, staffing, vendors, and service performance across the program.
→Resolve provider concerns and escalations, coordinating with onboarding and operational teams.
→Track adoption and program outcomes, report progress, and guide long-term operational sustainability.
→Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives and ensure the success of the project.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in health administration, public health, information systems, or a related field.
12+ years of relevant experience, with demonstrated experience across the responsibilities outlined above.
Experience leading complex healthcare technology, HIE, or health information programs.
Demonstrated provider relations, executive stakeholder engagement, and healthcare partnership development experience.
Experience establishing governance, managing budgets, and holding multidisciplinary teams accountable for delivery.
Understanding of healthcare operations, interoperability, and responsible health data use.
Strong executive communication, negotiation, and escalation management skills.

Established relationships within Mississippi healthcare or public health organizations.
Experience launching an HIE or coordinating statewide provider participation.
Master’s degree in a related field.

U.S. Citizenship is required.
All selected candidates must successfully complete a background check.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Government/Public Trust clearance, including required fingerprinting, when required for the position.