About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You Will Have

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota is hiring an Enterprise Strategic Initiatives Coordinator in Eagan, MN. This role provides hands on support to the Chief of Staff to the CEO and sits at the intersection of enterprise strategy execution and board relations. The coordinator helps track progress against enterprise goals, maintains dashboards and documentation, supports executive strategy forums, and ensures initiatives move forward with clarity and accountability. As backup to the Board Relations team, the role also supports preparation, coordination, and follow through for board and committee activities, including peak quarterly cycles.

This position requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and comfort operating in highly visible, confidential environments. It offers a strong developmental opportunity for someone who thrives in fast paced settings, takes ownership, and brings a continuous improvement mindset, including streamlining and automating manual processes.

Your Responsibilities

• Support board operations by assisting the Board Relations Sr with meeting materials preparation, documentation management, and administrative coordination. Provide operational support for board-related activities including quarterly updates, audit committee materials, and meeting logistics, while facilitating communication between board relations team members, administrative staff, and designated contacts as directed by senior leadership.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives by partnering with stakeholders to plan, execute, and track strategic projects; provide thought partnership on priorities, synthesize data into actionable insights, and coordinate execution across teams to ensure delivery against key milestones and outcomes.
• Assist in planning, facilitating, and documenting strategy workshops, annual planning cycles, executive sessions, and strategic off-site meetings then translate outcomes into clear actions and materials.
• Develop executive and board ready strategic deliverables, including quarterly updates, CEO briefings, reports, dashboards, and presentations informed by internal analysis and external research.
• Track and manage strategic initiative progress, including milestones, dependencies, risks, and action items; maintain dashboards, documentation, calendars, and reporting cadence.
• Facilitate proactive follow up and alignment with business units, divisional Chiefs of Staff, executive sponsors, and functional leaders to ensure momentum and accountability.
• Establish and improve processes and workflows to advance organizational goals, while supporting special projects and priority initiatives as assigned by executive leadership

Required Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of related professional experience
• High school diploma (or equivalent) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in healthcare, health insurance, or managed care.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Health, or related discipline.
• Experience supporting enterprise strategy, executive leadership, Chiefs of Staff, or board governance functions.
• Familiarity with board management platforms (e.g., Diligent, BoardEffect), strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to tracking initiatives, maintaining dashboards, and managing timelines, with strict adherence to deadlines.
• Advanced skills in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet).
• Strong understanding of enterprise strategy and organizational governance.
• Ability to tailor communication to varied audiences, actively listen to uncover requirements, and ensure accurate and timely information exchange.
• Ability to analyze information, identify patterns and root causes, and collaborate with partners to implement practical solutions.
• Ability to effectively organize work, balance competing priorities, and manage time across multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify efficiencies, improve documentation, and streamline manual or repetitive processes.
• Comfort operating in environments with shifting priorities, routine responsibilities, and high stakes‑ work that requires rapid response.
• Interest in innovation and continuous improvement, including leveraging technology, automation, and AI enabled tools where appropriate‑.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week – most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Compensation and Benefits

$68,900.00 - $91,300.00 - $113,700.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• 401k

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: [email protected].

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