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Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.
Penn State Health - Penn State Health Corporation
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 4:00p
Recruiter Contact: Shelley Cooper at scooper4@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Supports the development, configuration, implementation, and on-going support of the Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other supporting IT systems for Penn State Health systems. This role involves working closely with clinical, operational, financial services, and administrative staff to optimize the use of the Epic system, ensuring it meets the needs of the healthcare organization and supports the delivery of high-quality patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Healthcare Informatics, or a related field or minimum of Six (6) years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
EXPERIENCE
- Two-Four (2-4) years of experience in the analysis, design, build, testing, and maintenance of Epic EMR or other EMR applications, with a strong understanding of healthcare workflows related to electronic medical record systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
- Epic certification in one or more modules is highly desirable.
- If not certified, must complete Epic certification in the related application within [x] amount of time.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH CORPORATION?
There are many ways to make an impact with one of the leading research, teaching, and clinical healthcare systems in the country. Through a combination of operational, corporate, clinical, and nonclinical roles, we are advancing excellence and innovation in health care together as one team. As Penn State Health continues to evolve for the future, we are committed to hiring dedicated employees who are passionate about delivering the best possible support across our entire integrated health system.
Within Penn State Health’s Shared Services Entity, we encourage our employees at every turn to continue their education and advancement. Numerous opportunities are available for professional development and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: Non Bargained
Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.
Penn State Health - Penn State Health Corporation
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 4:00p
Recruiter Contact: Shelley Cooper at scooper4@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Supports the development, configuration, implementation, and on-going support of the Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other supporting IT systems for Penn State Health systems. This role involves working closely with clinical, operational, financial services, and administrative staff to optimize the use of the Epic system, ensuring it meets the needs of the healthcare organization and supports the delivery of high-quality patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Healthcare Informatics, or a related field or minimum of Six (6) years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
EXPERIENCE
- Two-Four (2-4) years of experience in the analysis, design, build, testing, and maintenance of Epic EMR or other EMR applications, with a strong understanding of healthcare workflows related to electronic medical record systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
- Epic certification in one or more modules is highly desirable.
- If not certified, must complete Epic certification in the related application within [x] amount of time.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH CORPORATION?
There are many ways to make an impact with one of the leading research, teaching, and clinical healthcare systems in the country. Through a combination of operational, corporate, clinical, and nonclinical roles, we are advancing excellence and innovation in health care together as one team. As Penn State Health continues to evolve for the future, we are committed to hiring dedicated employees who are passionate about delivering the best possible support across our entire integrated health system.
Within Penn State Health’s Shared Services Entity, we encourage our employees at every turn to continue their education and advancement. Numerous opportunities are available for professional development and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: Non Bargained
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in application services manager jobs.
- 5+ years managing enterprise application portfolios or IT service delivery teams
- Hands-on experience with ITIL or ITSM frameworks and incident management processes
- Proficiency with ServiceNow, Jira, or comparable service management platforms
- Demonstrated ability to manage vendor contracts and third-party application support agreements
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- PMP, ITIL Foundation, or similar project or service management certification
Tips for Your Application Services Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to service frameworks
Hiring managers for application services roles look for ITIL, ITSM, or ServiceNow experience above almost everything else. Call out the specific frameworks you've managed under and the service tiers you owned, not just the team size you supervised.
Quantify application uptime and SLA results
Generic resume bullets about 'managing applications' get filtered out fast. Replace them with concrete outcomes: uptime percentages you maintained, incident response times you reduced, or the number of business-critical applications under your governance.
Filter openings by the application portfolio size
Job listings for this role vary wildly in scope, from managing a handful of internal tools to overseeing hundreds of enterprise systems. Read the posting carefully for clues like 'enterprise-scale,' 'global portfolio,' or 'cloud-native stack' before you apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists application services manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for the stakeholder management interview
Expect scenario questions about managing competing priorities between business units and IT. Practice explaining a time you pushed back on an executive request due to system risk or resource constraints, with a clear outcome you can walk through step by step.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Once you have an offer, clarify exactly how many applications, vendors, and direct reports fall under your authority. Ambiguous scope is a common source of post-hire frustration, and asking early signals operational maturity to your future employer.
Application Services Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most application services managers?
The most active employers for application services managers right now are Alvarez & Marsal, DXC Technology, and Amazon Web Services, and the most openings are in Texas, Illinois, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, federal contractors, and large financial institutions consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many application services manager jobs are remote?
About 84% of application services manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed IT leadership. Roles focused on cloud-based application portfolios and SaaS vendor management tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to on-premises infrastructure or regulated industries typically require more on-site presence.
How do you become an application services manager?
Start in a hands-on IT role such as systems analyst, application support specialist, or software administrator to build direct experience with application lifecycle management. Move into a team lead or project coordinator position to develop people management and stakeholder communication skills. Earning a certification in ITIL or project management strengthens your candidacy, and experience with enterprise service management tools is essential before stepping into a manager title.
Can you get an application services manager job with little experience?
Breaking in with limited experience requires positioning yourself as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders rather than a pure technician. Focus on roles labeled 'associate manager' or 'application services lead,' which often accept candidates with strong application support backgrounds but no prior management title. Demonstrating ownership of an incident response process or a small vendor relationship can substitute for formal management experience in many job descriptions.
What does the application services manager interview process look like?
Most employers run three to four rounds. The first is typically a recruiter screen covering your background and general fit. A hiring manager interview follows, focused on your service management philosophy and how you handle escalations. Expect at least one technical or scenario round where you walk through a past application outage or portfolio rationalization project. Final rounds often include a panel with business stakeholders who want to assess how you communicate with non-technical teams.
Where can I find and apply to application services manager jobs?
You can find and apply to application services manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background and portfolio scope, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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