Project Manager I

Overview

To effectively lead assigned projects, utilizing appropriate project management methodologies todrive the planning, implementation, and tracking of projects through all aspects of the projectlifecycle. Project Managers are responsible for the planning, procurement, and execution of aproject.

Responsibilities

Manages projects with low to high complexity. Identifies and manages project deliverables, dependencies, communication, and criticalpath for all assigned projects. Develops and maintains project plans, project charters, and budget summaries. Works with subject matter experts and department representatives to develop, streamline,and implement newly established processes. Responsible for successful hand-off of established processes and project deliverables toappropriate business owner(s). Ensures projects stay on track by effectively following-up with project stakeholders andsubject matter experts on outstanding project deliverables. Manages day-to-day project execution with little to no oversight. Develops business cases, project charters and other project documentation, and presentsto stakeholders as needed. Effectively utilizes project management software, tools, and resources needed for projectplanning and execution. Tracks, compiles, reviews, and analyzes project data and results. Oversees the tracking of tasks, timelines and resources necessary to meet projectobjectives while keeping within cost, scope, schedule and resource requirements. Maintains project documentation per department specifications. Communicates with project team, stakeholders and leaders on status, potential risks,issues, or dependencies associated with projects in a timely manner. Develops and distributes communications to project stakeholders. Effectively utilizes online collaboration applications. Coordinates and facilitates both internal and external meetings. Develops and publishes agendas, meeting minutes, and necessary documentation. Plan and coordinate events, conferences, and webinars, as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and at least one (1) year of relevant projectmanagement experience required. In lieu of a degree, a minimum ofthree (3) years of relevant project management experience will beconsidered. Experience managing multiple projects with medium tolarge teams. Experience in health plan environment preferred.

Special Skills, Licenses and Certifications

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interpret andarticulate project requirements to involved stakeholders. Exceptionalinterpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to establish andmaintain effective working relationships across all levels within theorganization. Detail-oriented. Strong organization skills with ability towork on multiple projects at one time and efficiently complete assignedprojects within established timeframes and quality standards. Strongdecision-making, problem solving, critical thinking skills. Able to workunder pressure and meet critical deadlines in a fast-movingenvironment. Adaptable to a continuous changing environment.Working knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma (LSS)Greenbelt certification preferred but not required. Proficient experiencein use of various computer system software including Windows,Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint. ValidCalifornia driver’s license and proof of current automobile insurancecompliant with Partnership’s policy are required to operate a vehicleand travel for company business.

Performance Based Competencies

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and maintaincourtesy and composure when dealing with internal and externalcustomers. Ability to function effectively with frequent interruptionsand direction from multiple team members.

Work Environment And Physical Demands

More than 50% of work time is spent using a desktop computer. Whennecessary, the ability to lift, carry, or move manuals and reports,weighing up to 10 lbs.

All HealthPlan employees are expected to:

• Provide the highest possible level of service to clients;
• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort among employees;
• Maintain safe practices; and
• Abide by the HealthPlan’s policies and procedures, as they may from time to time be updated.

HIRING RANGE

$88,154.59 - $ 110,193.23

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive or definitive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or work environment change.