Innovation Program Manager

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 10/28/26 Division: Business Innovation & Technology Division Management Level: Supervisor - 1st Line Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Description JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: The Innovation Program Manager leads the Innovation function within Jefferson County's Business Innovation & Technology department. This position supervises a multidisciplinary team and oversees programs and initiatives focused on solving complex organizational challenges, testing new approaches, and exploring emerging technologies. The Innovation Program Manager sets priorities, develops staff, builds partnerships across the organization, and plays a significant role in Jefferson County's exploration and responsible use of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. SCHEDULE This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday-Thursday); however, with approval from supervisor, employees are allowed to work a 5-day work week if preferred. This position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as determined by business need. COMPENSATION Hiring Range: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 USD Annual Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills. BENEFITS Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires ; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement and more. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Supervise, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team of professional staff, limited-term employees, and interns. Manage hiring, performance, professional development, and other personnel responsibilities. Set priorities and goals for the Innovation function, allocate team capacity, and oversee a portfolio of programs, projects, pilots, and services. Lead efforts to move complex or ambiguous organizational problems forward by helping define opportunities, identify appropriate resources and stakeholders, and establish practical paths toward action. Identify and scope meaningful projects for staff with varying levels of experience and time horizons, including interns and limited-term employees. Oversee Innovation programs, including the Jeffco Innovation Lab, internship and fellowship programs, partnerships, and related initiatives. Lead the Innovation team's exploration of emerging technologies, including research, evaluations, pilots, and recommendations regarding potential organizational use. Play a lead role in developing and operationalizing Jefferson County's approach to artificial intelligence governance and responsible AI use. Build relationships across County departments and collaborate with business analysts, project managers, Training and Communications, cybersecurity, technical teams, vendors, and external partners to advance Innovation initiatives. Develop external partnerships and identify opportunities to leverage grants and other resources to advance Innovation priorities. Manage applicable budgets, contracts, vendors, and other program resources. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, Organizational Development, or a related field. Experience: Five (5) years of work-related experience in innovation, technology, business analysis, program management, organizational improvement, digital transformation, consulting, or a related field. Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience. Experience supervising and developing professional employees and leading multiple concurrent areas of work. Demonstrated ability to take complex or poorly defined problems and create practical paths toward action. Experience evaluating, piloting, implementing, or governing technology Leadership Competencies: Foster trust and open communication by creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive work environment where employees feel empowered to share ideas, ask questions, and raise concerns. Communicate clearly and transparently by sharing information in #J-18808-Ljbffr Jefferson Health