Lean Six Sigma Process Improvement Specialist (Public Health Training Program Manager)

Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a standardized Lean Academy curriculum aligned with operational, clinical, and public health contexts.
• Facilitate structured Lean Academy cohorts and instructional sessions using blended in-person and virtual models.
• Coach participants through applied Lean A3 projects aligned with organizational priorities.
• Support leadership capability development and executive sponsorship of Lean practices.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, including text, tabular, and graphic presentations for performance reporting.
• Communicate efficiently and proactively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all training materials and documentation meet standards for grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in program evaluation and project management practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public health practices, including translational research, community-based participatory practices, and practice-to-change approaches.
• Knowledge of organizational systems and policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with high proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work on-site at the DC Department of Health office.
• Native or bilingual proficiency in English.

Desired Qualifications:

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience working with Government of the District of Columbia agencies.
• Advanced presentation skills using graphic and tabular data visualization tools.