Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager Location: Austin, TX Duration: 12 Months I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Texas Department of Family and Protective Services requires the services of 1 Project Manager 2, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Project Manager 2, Project Management and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Department of Family and Protective Services will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s). DFPS plans to complete several projects that require guidance from a software development- and infrastructure-knowledgeable project manager. The projects include but are not restricted to Oracle upgrades for .NET applications, SafetyNet Data Warehouse accessibility improvements, updating applications to work with Chrome/Edge, enhancements to the Information Management Protecting Adults and Children in Texas (IMPACT) system, and various infrastructure projects. The project manager will develop charters, schedules, resource plans, and ensure resources are on track with scheduled work, while managing risks, issues, and action items. The project manager will direct the work of team members in a matrixed environment and will use strong written and verbal communication skills to analyze and resolve project issues with input from appropriate infrastructure SMEs. Work may involve the following: Coordinate, plan, and evaluate projects using DFPS PMO project management methodologies and the Texas Project Delivery Framework. Experience working in Agile and Waterfall development processes. For Agile projects, coordinate Scrum sessions and train team members on the Scrum process. Monitor and manage project costs and report information to IT leadership as assigned. Monitor and manage project quality to ensure project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project charter. Direct the work of team members in a matrixed environment and use strong written and verbal communication skills to analyze and resolve project issues with input from appropriate management and SMEs. Work on projects that may include, but not restricted to networking, architecture, data protection, and security. Develop charters, schedules, resource plans, and ensure resources are on track with scheduled work, while managing risks, issues, and action items. Facilitate and participate in cross-program and multi-agency workgroups, setting goals and objectives, and providing work products. Facilitate sessions to further elicit business or technical requirements. Develop and maintain project plans, work breakdown structures, schedules, risks and issue logs, action/decision tracking logs, communication plans, and status reports. Develop resource management plans to ensure proper staffing levels for each project. Work within PMO and with other IT staff and program stakeholders to identify risks/issues and develop mitigation strategies. Coordinate project activities with other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private sector partners and contractors. Review and recommend proposals to management. Work within the PMO to establish and standardize PM practices. Coordinate and communicate with project stakeholders, IT management, and program area staff to facilitate successful completion of project tasks. Prepare high-quality written presentations, updates, summaries, and other documents according to target audience needs. Perform project-related research and analysis tasks as assigned to report on program area requirements, state and federal requirements, and inform IT management of any risks or issues. Provide research on complex topics, including assessment, analysis, and evaluation of federal regulations and communications, professional literature, and other publications to make determinations and recommendations related to state and federal legislation. Other duties as assigned. II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 7 Required Leading Information Technology software development and infrastructure projects. 7 Required Understanding of a variety of software development topics, such as requirements writing, development, software testing, and code promotion. 7 Required Working knowledge of Project Management Life Cycle processes. 7 Required Ability to learn and apply DFPS-specific project management and ITS processes. 7 Required Working knowledge of project documentation including charters, project plans, work breakdown structures, resource management, status reports, issues logs, action logs, and decision tracking documents. 7 Required Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues. 7 Required Ability to manage changes in project scope, resources, and budget. 7 Required Ability to communicate project progress and upcoming activities to project resources and all levels of project stakeholders. 7 Required Skill in interpersonal relationships, including working with people under pressure, negotiating among multiple parties, resolving conflicts, and maintaining effective working relationships. 7 Required Leading project teams to the successful completion of projects. 7 Required Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, and SharePoint. 4 Preferred Knowledge of SACWIS (Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information Systems) Certification requirements. 4 Preferred Working knowledge of Texas Project Delivery Framework requirements for major Information Resources Projects. 4 Preferred Strong understanding of EIR Accessibility requirements and their technical specifications. 1 Preferred Prefer Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) from the Project Management Institute. 1 Preferred Working knowledge of the following DFPS systems/programs: IMPACT, PACES, ABCS, PEIRS, eReport, eTravel, General Placement Search, and Community Based Care. 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