Health Data Services Program Manager - Limited Term (Open)

Description
San Mate County Health is seeking a well-qualified individual for the position of Health Data Services Program Manager - Limited Term to support program coordination, implementation, and ongoing operations within the Health Data Services (HDS) team. This position is anticipated to last until the end of May 2026.

The Health Data Services serves as the data hub for the Health IT team and includes BI, Epic Reporting, Interfacing, Innovaccer, and other analytical tools. The team's scope of work ranges from operational reporting needs to regulatory reporting requirements. The HDS team partners with operational data and reporting teams to ensure reporting and data needs are met organization-wide.

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, Program Manager will coordinate and support HDS programs by assisting with planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of services. The position serves as a central point of coordination for program activities, documentation, reporting, and communication, ensuring programs operate efficiently and align with established objectives.

The ideal candidate will:

• Possesses extensive Epic experience in reporting, dashboards, and finance/ quality metrics.
  • Epic Certifications a plus!
• Experience with Epic migration of reporting data and operationalizing standard reporting structures.
• Experience directly working with and communicating with executive leadership.
• Extensive leadership experience with large, multi-faceted teams.
• Experience with California reporting and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage many competing priorities and streamline/ delegate requirements.
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail and process improvement.

This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Information for current county employees: Current and regular San Mateo County Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit an application and compete in the recruitment process. If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options. Please note that there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable.
Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and implement goals and objectives for assigned HDS area(s).
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned subordinate professional, management, technical, and/or support staff.
• Assist and collaborate with supervisors and participate in the development and implementation of standard work for HDS staff; assign daily work, projects and programs; measure, monitor, and report on the effectiveness of the HDS team and work products.
• Ensure compliance with policies and standards and implement corrective actions to assure high quality and measurable performance.
• Anticipate and respond to technology life cycle needs.
• Manage project plans, meetings, and operational requests and assist in priorization, delegation, and analysis.
• Research and prepare comprehensive technical analyses, studies, and reports.
• Oversee and participate in selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating personnel and contractors; recommend and implement personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges and disciplinary measures.
• Represent the division in outside groups and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees, as needed; provide technical assistance as necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Application/Examination
This is a limited term recruitment. Anyone may apply . Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

San Mateo County Health will screen materials as applications come in. San Mateo County Health w ill contact qualified candidates directly for a departmental interview. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule
Final Filing Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Screening: Will occur as applications are received
Panel Interviews: Will occur as applications are received

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

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• County of San Mateo Human Resources Department

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