Job Details

Altarum is a nonprofit based in Ann Arbor, Michigan with roots in public-sector innovation that date back to 1946. Throughout our history, we’ve translated research into action, solving challenging problems facing society. Today, we are focused on improving the health of at-risk and disenfranchised populations by building better systems of care and empowering all people to make well informed health decisions. We are creators and doers. Our solutions are holistic, enabled by technology, and intently focused on equity, prevention, and delivering the most appropriate care.

Altarum is seeking an executive Chief of Staff to join the Office of the Chief Executive Officer. The position will report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and will work in close partnership with the executive team and the VPs. This role will use strong leadership and problem-solving skills to concentrate the efforts that will drive Altarum forward while also acting as the glue to ease communications and unite people. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a business management role, with a special focus on executive-level advising and interdepartmental collaboration. This is a collegial environment which seeks to transform healthcare in a meaningful way.

Responsibilities

• Work with the CEO and executive team to determine and prioritize business strategies; act as a change agent to drive the CEO’s agenda.
• Advise and assist the CEO on setting strategy and making strategic decisions for the enterprise.
• In conjunction with the leadership team, establish annual, quarterly, and monthly strategic priorities and facilitate workflows advancing them.
• Coordinate resources and tools with the leadership team so that they can manage and achieve annual and multi-year operational and strategic goals.
• Drive efforts improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the CEO, the executive team, and Altarum’s leadership team, while focusing on the success of the collective team members
• Manage CEO preparation for important internal and external meetings and events.
• Oversee the communications strategy and annual budget process.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and potential clients.
• Build and develop relationships with employees across the enterprise for increased efficiency and effective responsiveness into existing operations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, handling inquiries and developing action plans to address them, and assisting with the preparation and dissemination of communications.

Skills and Qualifications

Master’s degree in Business Administration or similar field

10+ years in a business or management role with 5+ years of executive level leadership

Deep subject matter expertise in health services

Proven experience organizing and directing multiple teams and departments

Versatile, efficient, enjoys fast-paced setting.

Experience planning and leading business initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with data analysis

Experience with budget and operations management

Proven success in a project coordination role

Nimble business mind with a focus on developing creative solutions

Strong project reporting skills, with a focus on interdepartmental communication

ABOUT ALTARUM:

Altarum Institute (Altarum) is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Public sector clients include the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Agriculture, Department of Veterans Affairs, and various state agencies nationwide. Altarum also serves clients in the philanthropic and private sectors. Areas of expertise include military health, women’s health, behavioral health and substance use disorders, health disparities and equity, continuing medical education and quality improvement, eldercare, public health interoperability, and disease surveillance.

In addition to the meaningful and challenging work, Altarum offers an outstanding benefits program that includes low and no cost medical plan options, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k with a 5% employer contribution, a flexible work environment, and much more. We invite you to explore exciting and rewarding career opportunities with us.