IT Project Manager

Overview

The IT Project Manager is critical in planning, coordinating, and managing a variety of projects within the Information Technology department for Care Design NY and Partner’s Health Plan. These projects may involve system upgrades, software implementations, process improvements, or business process re-engineering. The individual in this role will define an overall strategy and approach, ensure projects are completed successfully, and report and present progress to the executive level. Proven communication skills, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of integration best practices are critical to successful performance in this role.

At Partnership Solutions, our work is performed in support of, and on behalf of, Care Design NY and Partners Health Plan. As their administrative arm, we work collaboratively in a unified organizational culture. The work we do is in furtherance of our collective ability to achieve our shared organizational mission, vision, and values as stated below:

Purpose - Connecting people to their chosen supports to live a healthy and meaningful life.Vision – We see a world that is accepting, inclusive, and promotes positive health for all individuals with intellectual and /or developmental Disabilities (I/DD).Mission – Our mission is twofold: to provide compassionate, skilled person-centered care planning that includes a holistic approach to health and wellness, and to advocate for a disability inclusive world.Values -

• Committed - We are committed to developing successful employees across the organization so members and families can receive high-quality supports.
• Compassionate - We are compassionate about creating open, honest relationships through collaboration, active listening, and showing empathy for others.
• Connected - We are connected to each other through a sense of belonging that enriches the work environment and shapes a positive experience for members and families.

All full-time positions come with generous benefits including $3000 tuition reimbursement per calendar year, and up to $250 of professional development courses! Click here to view the current benefits summary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation and lifecycle of medium to large-scale CDNY & PHP projects, including:
  • Project Ownership - Serve as the formal point of contact for all project inquiries.
  • Project Planning - Establish project team and key milestones, assign tasks, and ensure that the necessary progress is made toward milestones and drive accountability to team members.
  • Schedule Management - Establish a project schedule, including kick-off meetings, requirements gathering, and communication sessions.
  • Resource Procurement - Establish the necessary resources, tools, and technology for the project.
  • Project Scope Management - Ensure that solution features and functions align with the project objectives and requirements.
  • Solutions Management - Recommend strategies and procedures by identifying issues, evaluating trends, and anticipating requirements.
  • Project Communication - Inform stakeholders of project progress.
  • Quality Validation - Assure that test coverage is complete, and quality is sufficient to proceed with the solution.
• Serve as a liaison between the business and the Information Technology department.
• Risk Assessment - Identify potential issues related to the solution and project execution and ensure they are addressed appropriately.
• Issue Escalation - Promptly present project challenges and problems to appropriate stakeholders.
• Work with the Project Manager Supervisor and Information Technology Team to facilitate project governance.
• Contribute to information technology efforts within the department by achieving related results as needed.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational standards.

Qualifications

Required:

• A  two-year degree is required, with a four-year degree being preferred.
• At least 3 years of project management and/or a leadership role experience, 5 years of experience preferred
• Ability to lead, plan, and manage multiple complex projects and tight deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Accomplished organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Proficient working knowledge of Project Management applications, including JIRA and Microsoft Planner.

Preferred:

• A Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
• Certified Associate in project managment (CAPM) certification.
• Experience with technology, including software, business applications, and data infrastruture
• Knowledge of Agile methodology.
• Experience with healthcare software platforms.

Care Design NY and Partnership Solutions provide equal employment opportunities to all. We celebrate the qualities that make each of us unique and greatly value how they enrich the work we do. As such, we welcome candidates of color, candidates who identify as gender diverse, neurodiverse candidates, and candidates of all ages with diverse lived experiences and perspectives to apply.

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Salary : $82,000 - $102,000