What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Project Management Advisor position at APN Software Services Inc?
PRIMARY PURPOSE :
To develop and manage project assignments through completion; to lead and direct project teams; to communicate results; to make recommendations to management; and to provide training.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Identifies required resources; researches project data, procedures and history for a thorough understanding of project direction.
Generates and analyzes statistical data reports.
Develops, prepares and manages project plan through completion.
Coordinates and facilitates project teams; assigns responsibilities to team participants.
Communicates activity progress to involved parties.
Resolves issues that arise involving client, when appropriate.
Prepares and distributes minutes of meetings.
Transitions program to management personnel.
Participates in oral presentations.
Develops and provides training to management and colleagues as needed.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Travels as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education & Licensing :
Bachelor's degree with major in Business Administration, Statistics, or Quantitative Analysis from an accredited college or university preferred. Computer Sciences courses preferred.
EXPERIENCE :
Seven (7) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include three (3) years project management, office operations management, managed care, insurance-related and / or statistical analysis experience. Supervisory experience preferred.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE :
Thorough knowledge of related field procedures or insurance-related procedures and / or managed care systems and operations
Strong knowledge of project management
Strong knowledge of statistical analysis
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Leadership / management / motivational skills
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
