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HealthPartners · 3 hours ago

Workforce Planning Program Manager

HealthPartners is a nonprofit, integrated health care organization seeking a Workforce Planning Program Manager within their Human Resources team. This role involves designing, executing, and governing workforce planning processes to ensure the organization has the right people in the right roles to meet business goals.

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Responsibilities

Develop and drive system-wide workforce planning strategies aligned with organizational goals
Analyze short-term and long-term workforce needs across HealthPartners
Lead annual and multi-year workforce planning cycles
Partners with operational and clinical leadership to proactively address workforce risks, including talent shortages, skill gaps, and regulatory changes
Build strong relationships with senior leaders in human resources, the Institute, finance, clinical operations, and other key departments to align workforce plans with organizational priorities
Facilitate collaborative workforce planning sessions with business and HR leader(s) ensuring operational input and accountability
Serve as a key liaison between HR and operational leaders to bridge workforce strategy with clinical and operational needs
Partners with key internal stakeholders in recruiting & total rewards in addition to external partners for labor market analysis and benchmarking where applicable
Collaborate with external partners such as community organizations and learning institutions to build pipelines and workforce support or career pathway programs
Develop and oversee consistent workforce planning processes, templates, and tools
Partner with recruiting, HealthPartners Institute, HR business partners, and business leaders on the development of 'workforce of the future' programs such as youth and post-secondary career exploration programs
Partner with recruiting and business leaders in the development of career pathway programs such as apprenticeships, internships, etc
Identify and pursue external funding opportunities, such as federal/state grants, partnerships, sponsorships, to support workforce planning and pipeline development efforts
Develop business cases and budget proposals for workforce planning initiatives; collaborate with Finance, HR, HealthPartners Institute, and business leaders to secure resources
Manage grant reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with funder expectations and alignment with organizational workforce goals
Identify and lead process improvements to increase the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of workforce planning initiatives
Utilize workforce data – such as turnover, time to fill, market trends – to guide strategic recommendations
Develop and maintain workforce dashboards and reporting tools that provide leaders with actionable insights
Leverage predictive analytics to anticipate workforce gaps, optimize staffing models, and support scenario planning

Qualification

Workforce planningAnalytical skillsStrategic program-buildingWorkforce analytics toolsCross-functional collaborationStakeholder facilitationInfluencing skillsCommunication skillsPresentation skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Five (5) years of experience in workforce planning, HR / corporate strategy, consulting, analytics, or related field
Two (2) years of experience in a strategic program-building role
Strong analytical skills with experience in forecasting, modeling, and workforce analytics tools
Proven ability to influence senior leaders and facilitate cross-functional collaboration
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
Demonstrated success in building or significantly enhancing a workforce planning program or similar initiative
Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking, with experience anticipating future workforce needs and translating workforce strategy into clear, actionable plans
Proven ability to analyze workforce trends, identify patterns, risks, and opportunities that inform decision making
Experience connecting workforce insights to broader organizational strategy, operational needs, and talent acquisition plans
History of building strong partnerships within interdisciplinary and cross functional teams
Strong influencing skills, including experience shaping decisions through data-driven insights and compelling storytelling
Experience building consultative relationships and serving as a trusted advisor to leaders and stakeholders
Proven ability to execute effectively, establish clear and repeatable processes, drive accountability, and deliver measurable results
Hands‑on experience aligning workforce planning with business strategy, financial planning, and operational goals
Experience working with HRIS platforms and workforce analytics tools to generate insights and support planning efforts
Demonstrated project management and stakeholder facilitation experience, managing priorities and collaborating across multiple audiences

Preferred

Previous experience in a healthcare system or complex healthcare environment

Benefits

Health
Time off
Retirement planning
Continuous learning opportunities

Company

HealthPartners

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HealthPartners, an integrated health care organization providing health care services and health plan financing and administration, was founded in 1957 as a cooperative.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$116M
2020-05-07Debt Financing· $110M
2016-05-02Grant· $6M

Leadership Team

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Penny Cermak
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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William Frey II
Research Director, Center for Memory & Aging, Neurosciences
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