Administrative Dir Healthcare

Job Summary

Michigan Medicine is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader for the Administrative Director position. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor, providing leadership, oversight, and coordination across strategic, administrative, and operational functions. Working at the intersection of health system strategy, operations, and transformation, the Director will drive alignment, accountability, and execution of enterprise priorities.

This position will oversee the daily operations of the  centralized Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure coordinated execution of key initiatives, and support the integration of strategy and performance across Michigan Medicine.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Serve as the Administrative Director, providing counsel, insights, and operational support on key clinical, academic, and business initiatives.
• Lead the centralized Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring consistent project governance, prioritization, tracking, and execution of enterprise-wide initiatives including BASE and the work of consultants.
• Oversee administrative, financial, and operational activities to optimize efficiency and effectiveness .
• Collaborate with Triad members and executive leaders across the health system to develop, implement, and monitor strategic plans and organizational priorities aligned with Michigan Medicine's mission and goals.
• Lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects that drive institutional change and performance improvement.
• Facilitate coordination and communication among Michigan Medicine leadership, departments, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of strategic and operational efforts.
• Monitor and assess key enterprise metrics, performance indicators, and project outcomes, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to the Triad and executive team.
• Anticipate and proactively address organizational challenges and opportunities, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Represent Michigan Medicine leadership in meetings, presentations, and interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications*

• Leadership Experience: Minimum 10+ years of progressive leadership in healthcare strategy, operations, or administration, with demonstrated success managing enterprise initiatives.
• Project & Operational Excellence: Proven experience leading project management offices or large-scale strategic portfolios, including governance and execution oversight.
• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field preferred.
• Healthcare Knowledge: Strong understanding of academic medical center operations, healthcare delivery systems, and regulatory environments.
• Strategic & Analytical Acumen: Exceptional ability to translate strategy into action through structured planning, measurement, and execution.
• Executive Presence: Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Integrity & Professionalism: Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and exercise sound judgment and discretion.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience working directly with executive or board-level leadership in a complex healthcare organization.
• Expertise in portfolio management, process improvement, or change management methodologies.
• Ability to think strategically and act tactically in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong ability to synthesize complex data and present concise, actionable recommendations.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.