Technical Engagement Manager Jobs in New Mexico

INTRODUCTION

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Our Vision

Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

• Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.
• Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.
• Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.
• Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness.

WHY DOES THE JOB EXIST?

The Information Technologies (IT) Project Manager will:

• Independently plan, manage, forecast, and lead the execution of medium sized or moderately complex projects.
• Demonstrate mastery of foundational project management disciplines, methods, and tools.
• Possess sufficient technical and programmatic domain knowledge to provide effective planning, management, forecasting, and oversight of project progress and results.

HOW DOES IT GET DONE?

The IT Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Identifying, adapting, and implementing the appropriate methodologies and tools to ensure consistent, effective, on-time, high-quality project results.
• Leading the team in defining project work, estimating costs, and supporting procurement and contract management activities.
• Leading and facilitating project planning, defining and organizing required tasks, identifying dependencies and constraints, and establishing baselines.
• Working with the project team to produce end of month reports and identify solutions to keep projects on track.
• Mentoring division staff responsible for managing small projects.

WHO ARE THE CUSTOMERS?

• Health Care Authority (HCA) internal stakeholders, including HCA staff, management, and leadership teams.
• External stakeholders such as other state agency contacts.
• Outside organizations that interface with HCA projects.
• Additional State Agencies involved in or impacted by project activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Administration, or Information Technology and four (4) years of experience in software development, project management, or systems analysis, with a minimum two (2) years of experience in the PM role. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience. CAPM/PMI-ACP certification may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. PMP/PgMP certification may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Must possess or obtain Defensive Driving Certificate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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Agency Contact Information: Theresa Romero, (505) 394-2977. Email.

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.