JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for employing standard project management methods and techniques to ensure successful completion of business projects. Responsible for producing or managing the production of the entire portfolio of project deliverables, including project timelines, budget, task and issue tracking, etc. Engages clients and functional peer groups in information gathering/research, issue identification and management, and change management/acceptance.
Project Managers are part of a pool within the PMO for National Benefits Administration. Over time, project assignments will vary from small, short term projects through large, enterprise-level projects across functional areas. The initial assignment for this position will be to work with the 'Core Benefits Administration' program within Benefits Administration Optimization. This program focuses on increasing efficiency and effectiveness of the regions outside of California in using the benefits management system (BETS).
- Project planning: Responsible for planning and conducting project kickoff meetings, defining project scope, facilitating technical/operational requirements identification, developing detailed project plans, project budget or anticipated savings, and establishing a framework for the management of on-going project activities.
- Project execution and tracking: Manages the project management process, including leading project meetings. May document issues, action items, user requirements, or deliverables from project meetings. Performs a variety of project related activities, including: updating project schedules and plans, project communications, budget tracking, etc. Accomplishes all work within established methodologies and standards.
- Issues and risk management: Identifies and tracks project issues, resolving issues where possible or escalating to higher management when needed. Assesses and manages risks and drives mitigation activities.
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Work with business, system and regional partners to coordinate system releases, project schedules, communications and stakeholder expectations.
PMO process improvement: Identifies opportunities for standardization and process improvement within the Program Management Office; makes associated recommendations as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Seven (7) or more years project management experience
- Demonstrates knowledge, experience and use of change management process and impact on business
- Four (4) year degree in related field or equivalent experience
- Manages all phases of the project delivery life cycle and consults for other projects
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
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