IT Project Program Manager

IT Project Program Manager, Raleigh, NC, USIT Project Program Manager The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking an experienced IT Project Program Manager with in-depth knowledge of public health to lead a large-scale IT project for DPH. This lead management role will work with multiple internal and external stakeholders, project teams, divisions, departments, and vendors to build a plan that supports implementation of a new IT solution for DPH. This position will interact with all levels of staff in DHHS including executive staff. working with senior-level business executives, IT personnel, business program resources and Vendor staff to execute project requirements and manage stakeholder expectations. This position will manage the day-to-day activities for the project and complete all input into the State Project Management (Touchdown) system as needed.Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited ToWork closely with project sponsor, Project Portfolio Managers (PPMs), to identify and prioritize initiatives at a division levelCollaborate with Project Portfolio Management and other staff to develop and manage divisional roadmapsWork with business and cross-functional teams to develop Business Case and Cost Benefit analysis for prioritized initiatives within the programManage and obtain various DHHS and state approvals for initiating projects within the programParticipates in the construction of Statements of Work in collaboration with the business and other agency teams for projects within the programManage multiple Vendor onboardingEstablish and implement governance model for the programIdentify key requirements needed from cross-functional teams and VendorsWork with other program managers to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the departmentManage budget and funding channels for maximum productivityTracks, maintains and present program details, progress, status, risk and other relevant topics to senior and executive managementWork with Project Portfolio Managers and Project Managers within the program to maintain clear, effective and transparent communicationsManage resource allocations and expectations for programCollaborate with the State DIT to ensure program compliance with the State IT Roadmap and all State security requirementsPresents program status to various committee and executive meetingsSkillsThe selected candidate must be a results-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and must be able to demonstrate excellent leadership, negotiation, time management, facilitation, and organizational skillsExperience in the management of a portfolio of multiple projects that may be in significantly different stages of development or have differing timelines and prioritiesExperience in communicating in a fashion tailored the audience and their needsExcellent written communication and presentation skillsDemonstrates experience in working effectively with all levels of staff, clients and other IT personnelExperience in the responsibility for acquiring and utilizing the necessary resources and skills, within agreed parameters of cost, timeframes and quality for a programExperience in proposing and leading strategic initiativesAbility to identify and plan systematic corrective action to reduce errors and improve the quality of the systems and services, by examination of the root causes of problemsDemonstrated ability to provide advice, assistance and leadership in improving the quality of IT projects, by focusing on program definition, management, repeatability and measurementAbility to build, influence, lead and motivate effective teams towards end resultsManagement Prefers Applicants With The FollowingCandidate with PMP/PgMP CertificationCandidate with Agile (PMI-ACP) CertificationExperience managing or supervising programs involving legacy system replacement projectsExperience collaborating with State and Local GovernmentExperience in complex, cross-functional team environmentsSkill MatrixProgram Management experience managing multiple large complex projects Required 5 YearsExperience creating roadmaps for the portfolio Required 7 YearsExperience developing business case , Cost Benefit and market analysis Required 5 YearsProven track record of delivering IT projects within budget, scope and schedule. Required 7 YearsObjective decision-making ability based on strategic objectives priority, business performance analysis and resource availability RequiredHands on experience managing project risk, cost, schedule, quality, testing, and communications. Required 7 YearsStrong supervision, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills. RequiredDemonstrated presentation, training skills, oral and written communication skills. RequiredSolid work experience with project management tools (e.g. Microsoft Project) Required 7 YearsExperience with MS Office Required 7 YearsPMI certification Project Management Professional (PMP) Highly desiredState Government experience Highly desiredExperience managing implementation of a statewide IT project Highly desiredExperience with legacy system replacement projects and data migration Highly desired 3 YearsExperience collaborating with State and Local Government Highly desired 3 YearsBenefits At IntelliBeeLong-Term Stability: Join us on a multi-year opportunities with room to grow.Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access quality healthcare benefits to keep you and your family well.Future Planning: Enroll in our 401(k) program and invest in your financial security.GC Assistance: We support immediate Green Card processing, if required.