Project Manager III

Job Description: Project Manager 3

Location:

300 W 15th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Hybrid – On-Site and Telework

Duration:

12 Months Contract

PayRate: $90-95/HR

Customer/Dept:

Office of the Attorney General of Texas

The Office of the Attorney General of Texas is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead the coordination and implementation of a new vendor platform. This role requires expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and technical coordination to ensure the smooth onboarding of the platform. The Project Manager will work closely with the vendor, stakeholders, and agency leadership to support integration efforts, resolve technical challenges, and maintain clear communication. This role requires adaptability and problem-solving skills to support a range of technical environments. Success will depend on proactive planning, risk mitigation, and effective collaboration to ensure all stakeholders can interface effectively with the new platform.

1. Vendor Coordination & Implementation Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the OAG and the vendor during platform onboarding.
• Work closely with the vendor to ensure a structured and phased rollout across all participating counties.
• Assist the vendor in gathering requirements, troubleshooting, and refining processes for county onboarding.

2. Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment of expectations.
• Identify and document key contacts, technical resources, and system capabilities as needed.
• Conduct regular meetings, workshops, and status updates with all stakeholders to track progress.

3. Technical Integration & Platform Interfacing

• Support stakeholders in integrating with the new platform, which may involve uploading files, configuring settings, or using APIs.
• Work with stakeholders to understand their existing systems and facilitate integration.
• Liaise with technical teams to ensure data formats, transmission methods, and security protocols align with project requirements.

4. Project Coordination & Execution

• Develop and maintain a detailed project plan to ensure tasks, timelines, and milestones are met.
• Track and mitigate risks, escalating issues as needed to maintain project continuity.
• Coordinate testing, training, and knowledge transfer activities for users.

5. Process Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of onboarding processes, technical workflows, and county-specific configurations.
• Provide regular updates to agency leadership on project status, risks, and key decisions.
• Capture lessons learned and apply them throughout the project.

6. Issue Resolution & Troubleshooting

• Act as a liaison between stakeholders and the vendor to resolve onboarding challenges and technical issues.
• Facilitate troubleshooting sessions and document resolutions for recurring issues.
• Ensure compliance with OAG IT security and data governance policies.

7. Change Management & Communication

• Develop and implement communication plans to keep stakeholders informed of project changes and expectations.
• Support stakeholders in adapting to new processes and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Provide training and reference materials to support successful adoption.