Project Manager -IT

Company: Center for Health Care Services
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY
Reporting to the CIO, this position will work as an Agile Project Manager for multiple information technology projects including improvement of existing software systems and processes, integration of software systems, and testing, piloting and implementation of new software systems. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with the proven ability to work with non-technical users to understand business needs, and drive multiple projects to improve technology applications and how they are used. The Project Manager is responsible for cross-departmental projects to improve applications and processes. This position coordinate with internal IT Staff, end users, and existing software vendors and consultants to ensure we utilize all applicable functions of our applications efficiently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

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• Handle various responsibilities such as planning, scheduling, coordinating, and managing all aspect of assigned projects.
  
• Should be comfortable to work with any of the agile modules.
  
• Decide deadlines and budget of the project accordingly.
  
• Establishes project goals and creates plans to meet goals
  
• Tracks and maintains project timeframes, status reports, and risk assessments
  
• Compile historical data with the team and present it for reference of CHCS leadership and the team members on the project.
  
• Present status reports of the project to the CHCS leadership
  
• Help in the development and implementation of agile projects
  
• Assist in team development by removing road-blocks to their work, mentoring them and making a good utilization of organizational resources to improve capacity for project work
  
• Tracks existing and new application projects and requests to completion
  
  MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
  Education and Experience
  
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  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Public Health, or a related field
    
  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in project management, performance management and supervisory experience.
    
    Licenses or Certifications
    
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    • Project Management Certification (PMP)
      
      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
      
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      • Master's Degree
        
        SUPERVISION
        
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        • Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees (2 or more full-time employees) including providing input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work objectives/ effectiveness, performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed.
          
          COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
          Knowledge of:
          
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          • Strategic Planning methods
            
          • Data preparation and reporting methods
            
          • Quality Management
            
          • Principles and practices of employee supervision
            
          • Applicable software applications
            
          • Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
            
          • Standard Microsoft Office software and system databases
            
            Skill in:
            
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            • Writing and editing
              
            • Verbal communication
              
            • Organization and time management
              
            • Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
              
            • Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
              
            • Produce and analyze data and create action plans base on data
              
              Ability to:
              
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              • Facilitate change
                
              • Conduct research and present findings
                
              • Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
                
              • Establish and maintain effective working relationships
                
              • Maintain accurate and complete records
                
              • Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
                
              • Understand and carry out oral and written directions
                
              • Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
                
              • Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
                
                WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS
                The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
                Good: Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment.
                PHYSICAL DEMANDS
                The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
                
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                • Must be able to meet the physical requirements to complete SAMA and CPR training including lifting up to 12 lbs. and supporting up to 55 lbs.; bending, stooping and getting on and off the floor without assistance.
                  
                • Must have adequate mobility that requires frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching (vertical and horizontal), using fingers, hands, feet, legs and torso in various care. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
                  
                  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Center for Health Care Services reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the People and Culture Department.
                  Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
                  Code : 4415-1
                  Location : INFORMATION SERVICES
                  Group : ADMIN
                  SALARY RANGE: $82,442.00-$123,663.00

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