Project Manager IRIS

Tasks/Responsibilities

• Performs day-to-day management of the project, identifies issues and risks, and recommends possible issue and risk mitigation strategies associated with the project;
• Acts as a facilitator between a State agency and an IT contractor. Is responsible for ensuring that work performed under TOs is within scope, consistent with requirements, and delivered on time and on budget.
• Identifies critical paths, tasks, dates, testing, and acceptance criteria;
• Provides solutions to improve efficiency (e.g., reduce costs while maintaining or improving performance levels);
• Makes up-to-date status reports regarding issues and provides resolutions.

Education

• A degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or other related discipline is required.
• A master's degree or project management certification is preferred.

General Experience

• The proposed candidate must have at least five (5) years of experience in project management.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be capable of negotiating and making binding decisions in the best interest of the project.

Specialized Experience

• The proposed candidate must have at least five (5) years of experience in managing IT-related projects and must demonstrate a leadership role in at least three (3) successful projects that were delivered on time and on budget.
• Direct project experience managing or supporting a designated Major IT Development Project (MITDP) within a State Government framework is highly preferred and a significant plus.
• Proven track record of managing enterprise data tracking systems, immunization registries, or Immunization Information Systems (IIS).
• Experience driving provider experience improvements, electronic health record (EHR) data interfaces, and maintaining compliance with federal funding requirements is highly preferred.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, enterprise-level Case Management Systems or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms within a healthcare or social services environment.
• Familiarity with government assistance programs, grant-funded healthcare support systems, or infectious disease/pharmaceutical support programs is highly preferred.