What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. IT Project and Support Specialist position at DePelchin Children’s Center?
Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Vice President, IT, HIPAA and Cyber Security
Location: Houston, TX
Benefits: Robust benefits package, generous PTO, matching retirement
Position Description:
The Sr. IT Project and Support Specialist works with the Vice President of Information Technology and others in the IT department to help lead projects to successful completion by applying their expertise in planning, coordination, resource management, risk mitigation, communication, and quality assurance. Additionally, this position will ensure compliance with regulations and both internal and external policies.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage audit and compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Provide comprehensive project management for Information Technology projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.
- Lead and manage the change management process to facilitate smooth transitions and minimize disruptions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address project risks and issues.
- Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and risk management plans.
- Conduct regular project reviews and provide updates to stakeholders on project progress and performance.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Experience in project management or related roles is highly beneficial.
- Experience in a non-profit organization preferred.
- Ability to take proactive steps in managing projects and anticipating potential issues.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills are required.
- Ability to analyze project data and generate reports to inform decision-making.
- Ability to Interact with staff with a service orientation.
- Ability to stay organized while executing multiple projects.
- Ability to maintain professional, confidential work environment.
- Environment: Office
- Range of Schedule: Mon – Fri, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Travel: None
DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.
DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.
DePelchin Children’s Center supports and sustains children and the families who care for them. We provide comprehensive services focused on ensuring all children are part of safe, caring homes. We deploy evidence-based practices and strategies to prevent maltreatment, preserve healthy families, and bring healing to children who have experienced trauma by enhancing their physical health and mental well-being.
