Project Manager III

Project Manager IIIHybrid (Austin Onsite multiple times/week so should be central Tx location)12 months Contract with possibility to extensionAustin, TX 78701 (Hybrid, Austin Onsite multiple times/wk. So should be central TX location)Client is seeking to fill one (1) temporary personnel position. The position is for a Project Manager with strong analytical and communication experience and the ability to plan, facilitate and document the process gaps between systems.Client’s Food and Nutrition Division (FND) is transitioning to a new system where the Project Manager position would need to work with respective program staff to complete a process review and gap analysis.Essential Duties:Facilitate process gap analysis with business sections to determine gaps between current and future systems.Evaluate necessity for system enhancements taking into account regulatory requirements.Identify and document process gaps for the implementation of a new software system to include business need, process feasibility, user requirements, and data mapping.Document system functionality, business use, reporting requirements and workflow specifications.Identify potential project risks and difficulties and recommend solutions.Advise on project, offering solution-design support and best practices for process management.Keep all stakeholders informed through the distribution of project information and project status reports.Monitors and manages project quality to ensure that project deliverables fulfil agency expectations.Works independently and in coordination with TDA staff as assigned, to perform a variety of complicated tasks with a wide degree of creativity and latitude.Candidate Skills and Qualifications:Years - Required/Preferred - Experience8 - Required - Minimum 8 years of experience in project management or process improvement management. Ability to analyze complex information, identify project risks, identify process gaps and utilize sound judgment to plan and address process requirements. Ability to communicate technical information quickly and clearly to non-technical persons. Demonstrated facilitation skills in leading a group to prioritize and identify necessity. Preferred experience with Federal Food & Nutrition Programs. Preferred experience with Office of State Superintendent of Education’s Orchard system1 - Preferred - Effective verbal and written communication. Work efficiently and effectively in performance of essential functions. Knowledge of project management principles and practices. Meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Organize and manage assigned tasks.