Project Manager

Overview

Allied Consultants, Inc is a proudly Austin based firm with over 34 years of experience delivering top-tier technical and business professionals within Texas State Agencies. We are currently seeking an experience Project Manager to play a key role within a high-impact technical services team.

Work Location:

Hybrid. Candidates must be local to Austin, TX**

Responsibilities

The client is seeking to onboard Project Manager to assist with the preparation of transition to a new case management system. Client requires project managers to work with client's programs to begin preparation for transition to the new case management system. The Worker for the project will work with and assist clients technology and program teams to support review of processes, policies, and practice.

The activities shall align with client’s compliance with federal and state regulations and its goal of providing uninterrupted services to the children and families it serves. Data management services are needed in support of data cleansing efforts for the new system. The scope of these services shall include, but not be limited to the following:

• Assist client in managing the overall effort.
• Identify risks/issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and manage staffing and resources assigned to the project.

These efforts are expected to result in a robust, secure, and efficient foundation that will support transition to a new case management system resulting in efficiencies, improved decision-making, and accessible data within the client's child welfare and adult protection programs. The new case management system will also be compliant with CCWIS data quality and confidentiality requirements set forth by federal, state, and tribal laws, thereby supporting child welfare policies, goals, and practices.

As a Project Manager, the job is to plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of the specific project you are working on. Project Managers might work by themselves or oversee a team to get the job done, coordinating cross functional teams and managing stakeholder communications. The Project Manager will facilitate collaboration between technical teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure readiness for the new case management system.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

8 years of:

Experience with enterprise level projects and initiatives leveraging best practices according to the industry standards in project or program management

5 years of:

Experience working independently with minimal supervision; ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks and directional changes under short and firm deadlines

Strong analytical, trouble shooting and problem-solving skills in data related projects.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all project stakeholders, including executive leadership, business subject area leaders, and project staff.

Advanced interpersonal skills: adept at quickly developing healthy relationships and ascertaining how to work with a variety of individuals at all levels.

Excellent written and oral communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.

1 year of:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work-related experience.

Preferred:

4 years of:

Experience with child welfare case management systems.

Overview

At Allied Consultants, we value our consultants and are committed to providing an exceptional experience including:

• Highly competitive pay rates
• Local support staff for responsive, personal service
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical insurance (with employer cost sharing)
• Life insurance
• A 401(K) plan with company match
• Flexible spending through a cafeteria plan

Candidates selected for interviews will be subject to a criminal background check and may be required to pass a drug screening, in compliance with federal and state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of these checks.

Allied Consultants is a proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.