TX DIR-Project Manager 3-
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Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICESTexas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Project Manager 3 hereafter referred to as Candidate(s) who meets the general qualifications of Project Manager 3 Project Management and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
Level Description
8 or more years of experience relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals independently performs a variety of complicated tasks a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Certification in Project Management by a recognized project management organization or Scrum Master a plus.
Job Description
Project managers are the people in charge of a specific project or projects within a company. As the project manager your job is to plan budget oversee and document all aspects of the specific project you are working on. Project managers might work by themselves or be in charge of a team to get the job done. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required and should be noted on the resume. Proof of certification may be requested.
Additional job details and special considerations
This is a Project Manager role to replace the current Program Integrity Case Tracker (PICT) system the legacy case management system for the Medicaid Program Integrity (MPI) Chief Counsel Division Surveillance Utilization Review (SUR) Acute Care Surveillance (ACS) and Targeted Queries teams (collectively known henceforth as OIG Programs) with a modern solution that supports enhanced functionality improved operational efficiency and the flexibility to incorporate future enhancements. Implements standard project management industry practices for Agile Teams. Understands the PMI framework as well as how to establish a project organization and methodology within Agile (Scrum) organizations. Understands business and technical objectives of a project and works closely with multiple key project stakeholders. Communicates to clients and IT teams. Creates project charters work plans and other related project artifacts as necessary. Provides technical support both during work hours and on-call as necessary. Be able to comprehend and communicate complex technical designs and implementations as well as complex business processes. Develops and makes presentations as required to leadership and oversight entities. Serves in an analyst capacity as required. Sometimes on-call support may be required depending on the project phase.
The Worker will need to perform the following tasks and assignments:
Overseeing design and development work
Managing the project with feature-driven Agile methodology overseeing and tracking development progress and ensuring project assignments and progress align with project timelines
Developing and managing project plans
Documenting risks issues and contingency plans; ensuring resolution of issues and removal of project barriers
Providing weekly status updates (written and verbal) and conducting regular project team status meetings
Overseeing the development of SDLC artifacts ensuring business requirements are translated into technical specifications guiding and facilitating the SDLC process
Developing and maintaining solid relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders.
Possessing effective communication and presentation skills
Possessing strong teamwork skills
Transferring working knowledge to current staff
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years Required/Preferred Experience
| Years | Required/Preferred | Experience |
| 8 | Required | Project Management Experience for large-scale Enterprise Implementations |
| 8 | Required | State of Texas or Similar Federal/State Project Management Experience |
| 8 | Required | Development Experience |
| 5 | Preferred | State of Texas Project Delivery Framework Experience |
| 4 | Preferred | PMP Certification |
| 3 | Preferred | Agile (Scrum) Experience |
| 2 | Preferred | Salesforce Experience |
| 1 | Preferred | State Procurement and Contracting Experience |
| 1 | Preferred | Jira Experience |
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 12/01/2025 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2026. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1512 hours. This service may be amended renewed and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.
The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W 51st Street Austin TX 78751. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel per diem parking and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidates and/or Vendors expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees including any requirement for original receipts.
The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends evenings and holidays as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- PMBOK
- Visio
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Project Management Lifecycle
- Contracts
About Company
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