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GA DHS - DAS PM
IMCS Group Inc
Location not stated
11 months ago
- PMP
- MS Project
- Visio
- O365
11 months ago
Short Description:
The IT Program Manager willprovide program management support and oversight for the Department of Human
Services (Client), Division of Aging Services (DAS).
Complete Description:
This position reports to the IT Assistant Deputy
Commissioner and supports both the Department CIO and DAS business owners. The
Program Manager will collaborate with software vendors, service providers, Client
teams, and DAS staff to ensure the efficient management of projects and IT
changes. These initiatives range in size from small to large and have a
significant impact on DAS productivity and service delivery.
Responsibilities:
· Under
general supervision, manages and coordinates all tasks associated with small,
medium, and large-scale projects of moderate to high complexity and risk.
· Oversees and/or
provides project management consultation across all phases of the project and
software development life cycle (SDLC).
· Collaborates
closely with Client team, DAS business leads, vendors, business analysts, and
subject matter experts across system support teams.
· Manages
projects in alignment with Statements of Work (SOWs), vendor contracts, and
directives from the project steering committee.
· During
project initiation, assist clients in identifying the most effective strategies
to achieve objectives.
· In the
planning phase, develops and maintains project management tools, including
plans for scope, risk, communication, change control, and performance tracking.
· Monitors
project performance throughout execution, reporting regularly to leadership on
status, key milestones, and emerging risks.
· Provides
ongoing guidance to project teams, leads status meetings, evaluates proposed
scope changes, and advises project sponsors on recommended actions.
· Conducts
product verification at project close to ensure deliverables meet client
expectations and facilitates lessons learned reviews for continuous
improvement.
Job
Duties:
Oversees and manages ongoing
project costs, schedules, resources, scope, issues, and risks. Prepares or
reviews time and cost estimates, project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Facilitates process assessments
and leads redesign efforts to drive operational improvements and
efficiencies.
Collaborates with the project
steering committee and senior project management to optimize project
processes for successful outcomes.
Coordinates with business leads,
vendor project managers, and quality assurance teams to ensure adherence
to established project standards, procedures, and quality benchmarks.
Leads or facilitates project
kickoff meetings, clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and
expectations. Ensures all team members are equipped with the necessary
tools and training for effective performance.
Manages project scope, using
relevant data and analysis to support negotiations related to time, cost,
and quality expectations.
Develops, monitors, and
coordinates key project activities such as scheduling, progress tracking,
reporting, and managing change initiatives.
Provides leadership and direction
to project teams, including scheduling, tracking task completion, and
reviewing project deliverables.
Monitors project milestones and
critical deadlines, proactively identifying risks to timelines and working
to mitigate schedule impacts. Keeps leadership informed of significant
issues.
Evaluates project variances,
collects performance metrics, and implements adjustments to ensure the
project stays within scope, budget, and quality parameters.
Conducts formal reviews with
business sponsors and Client leadership throughout the project lifecycle and
upon completion to confirm satisfaction and acceptance of deliverables.
Offers constructive feedback to
team members to improve individual and overall project performance.
Builds and maintains productive
working relationships with project sponsors, vendors, and key stakeholders
to ensure alignment and support.
Minimum
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field or specialized training and
three years of IT project management experience.
PMP certification from PMI or equivalent certification.
7 years' experience leading projects of moderate to high
complexity.
Hands-on experience with MS Project, MS Visio, SharePoint 2013,
and MS O365.
EEOC Disclaimer: IMCS Group is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. IMCS Group is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated, and promoted based on their contributions to our Company.
GA DHS - DAS PM · IMCS Group Inc