Project Manager III

Overview

JOB TITLE:

Project Manager III

CAYUSE COMPANY:

Cayuse Civil Services, LLC

LOCATION

Austin, TX (Onsite)

SALARY:

$123,739.20 - $176,779.20

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Full-Time Salary Exempt

TRAVEL

No

RELOCATION

No

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Project Manager III will play a critical role in ensuring the successful coordination and execution of numerous related initiatives and will lead special strategic projects as directed by agency leadership. The individual will be responsible for managing cross-functional activities, developing and refining project management tools, and driving institutional efficiencies aligned with key organizational objectives. This position directly supports the agency's decision-making process by providing timely and accurate updates, data analysis, and recommendations to executive and senior staff.

This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating seamlessly and smoothly with the Office of the Chief Data Architect and the Office of Data Analytics & Performance on Legacy Analytics Modernization for Access & Eligibility Services Reporting.
• Development and publication of project management documents and deliverables in compliance with DIR Project Delivery Framework directives.
• Possible creation of RFPs that clearly define the services and deliverables required of a single vendor to design and implement data management solutions.
• Obtainment of matching federal funds for this initiative through the development of federally approved IAPD(s).
• Working seamlessly and smoothly with various IT and business stakeholder areas to ensure that project deliverables are compliant with state, federal, and other applicable agency standards.
• Establishing a strategic roadmap for projects in coordination with the TSS vendor and all divisions of HHS and federal stakeholders.
• Conducting procurement exercises as necessary to acquire vendor services for assessment or to outsource the effort to a long-term vendor
• Establishing timeline and resource requirements for successful execution of the project. Coordination with key stakeholders and sponsors to obtain approval of resources and timeline.
• Creation of project management deliverables necessary for this project.
• Management of the day-to-day operations and scrums of various projects, and oversight and coordination team established for this initiative.
• Risk identification and coordination of resolution with project leadership.
• Ensuring constant communication with the Office of Data Analytics & Reporting to function as a blended, partnered team with IT
• Other duties as assigned .

Qualifications

Here's What You Need

• 8 years of experience in IT project management.
• 8 years of experience in Work experience in the information technology industry with at least 5 years of experience involvement in data management solutions (i.e., data warehouses, data lakes, etc.), data analytics/business intelligence, web-based (J2EE) development, or SOA-rela.
• 8 years of experience in developing clear, concise project documentation.
• 8 years of team management through team meetings, task assignment, mentoring, facilitation and training.
• 8 years of progress monitoring to plan through effective use of risk management practices
• 8 Years of leadership updates on project issues and progress.
• 8 years of problem resolution.
• 8 years of experience with the project management lifecycle and software development lifecycles required.
• 8 years of tracking full project budget and entering actual costs in project tracking tools.
• 8 years of leading project sprints using Agile methodologies, including planning increments, backlog grooming, sprint planning, increments, backlog grooming, sprint planning, daily scrums and retrospective, and kanban.
• 3 Years of Certified PMO.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 years of prior experience in healthcare industry, specifically public health.
• 6 years of experience managing multi-agency or multi-IT department initiatives.
• 6 years of experience within a Health and Human Services agency.
• 5 years of managing weekly relationship activities of TSS Sprint Teams with the State of Texas.
• 5 years of effectively managing resources in a mixed functional and matrixed project environment.
• 5 years with the ability to develop, document and execute project management plans, work plans and quality plans.
• 5 years of experience with full lifecycles from analysis and planning to development and deployment.
• 5 years of experience in building and managing IT project teams with emphasis on ability to motivate individuals to excel and exceed expectations.
• 3 years of experience with access and eligibility programs.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Austin, TX.
• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.

• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $123,739.20 - USD $176,779.20 /Yr.