Organizational Consultant

The Consultant is responsible for leading organizational consulting engagements that advance the strategic priorities of UC Davis Health through the application of organizational consulting, strategic planning, portfolio, program and/or project management, process improvement, organizational effectiveness, and change management. The Consultant independently leads departmental, divisional, and cross-functional consulting engagements and, based on organizational need and demonstrated capability, may also lead or contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives within an established scope, sponsorship structure, and governance model.

The Consultant applies project management methodologies, Lean, Six Sigma, and change management practices to assess organizational challenges, identify opportunities, implement sustainable solutions, and achieve measurable business outcomes. The Consultant exercises independent judgment in managing assigned engagements and escalates significant strategic, governance, resource, or implementation risks when appropriate.

Apply By Date:
October 19, 2026 at 11:59pm. Selection activities may start at any time.

Minimum Qualifications
- For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Organizational Development, Project Management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) years of experience leading program and/or project management, process improvement, operational excellence, organizational consulting, or business transformation initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience applying project management methodologies and/or process improvement methodologies (e.g., PMI/PMBOK, Agile, Lean, Six Sigma) to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience facilitating stakeholder meetings, process improvement workshops, strategic planning sessions, and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting established deadlines.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess business challenges, identify root causes, and develop sustainable solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills, with experience communicating effectively with executives and stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or other relevant certification.
• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Public Health (MPH), Engineering, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Experience working in an academic medical center or large, complex healthcare organization.

Key Responsibilities

• 85% - Process Improvement and/or Portfolio, Program and/or Project Management
• 10% - Consulting, Coaching and Facilitation
• 5% - Professional Development and Learning

Department Overview

With expertise in process improvement and project management, the UCDH's Operational Excellence, Project Management, and Integrated Services Lines teams collaborate with departments across the organization, focusing on project, program, and portfolio management, process optimization, labor management, resource utilization, and quality improvement. Our goal is to foster a culture of excellence and innovation, positioning UC Davis Health for long-term success in all areas.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $3,375.47-$6,210.72
• Salary Frequency:
  Biweekly
• Salary Grade:
  Grade 23
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  ORGANIZATIONAL CNSLT 3
• UC Job Code: 007394
• Number of Positions:
  Multiple
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Day
• Location:
  Alhambra Candery (HSP
  051)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

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