Application Program Manager

Overview:

Job Details:

Job Title: Application Program Manager

Duration: 02+ years with a highly possible extension

Location: Baton Rouge, LA (Remote)

The scope of the proposed services will include the following:

*) Develop understanding of the business environment and use that understanding to make informed decisions and drive results.

*) Define program goals and objectives for LADOTD modernization.

*) Develop project plans and schedules, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets.

*) Lead cross-functional teams to deliver programs and projects on time and within budget.

*) Manage risks and communicate project status.

*) Ensure compliance with LADOTD and State standards.

*) Provide day-to-day support for ongoing processes.

*) Conduct ongoing evaluation and improvements for processes, providing data analysis support for the agency's workload demands.

*) Manage risks and issues and implement mitigation strategies as needed.

*) Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders, including senior management.

*) Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to ensure program and project goals are met.

*) Ensure compliance with program management processes and standards.

*) Provide ongoing evaluation and improvements for program management processes and practices.

*) Provide day-to-day support for ongoing processes.

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are mandatory:

*) Ten (10) plus years of experience in

1) Program or project management, preferably application development

2) IT strategy, infrastructure design, and operational support for multi-site organizations

3) Business continuity planning and application migration

4) Application and process modernization

5) Strong understanding of data management principles and practices.

6) Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience presenting to senior management and stakeholders.

7) Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

8) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

9) Experience with Agile development methodologies

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are desirable but not mandatory:

*) Experience with change management and process improvement methodologies.

*) Familiarity with cloud platforms and data management technologies

Skills:

Agile,Problem Solving,Data Driven Instruction,Written Communication,IT Strategy,Communication,Business Continuity