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Project Manager IIIDuties:Leads corporate initiatives, which may cover multiple business areas and multiple systems. Provides leadership, support and the overall management for the project, including scope, budget, risk management, communications, implementation and warranty. . Reports status and health measurements through various communication methods to stakeholders and direct line management. Contributes to the improvement of the Agile Enterprise Services team by participating in continuous improvement activities and leading through innovation GUIDE AND SHAPE: Performs job functions in a lead capacity with general management oversight • Contribute to the further development & maturity of AES process, tools, and methodology through innovation and continuous improvement. • Provide input for team member performance reviews. • Lead complex enterprise-wide projects and/or programs • Assist management in production support and project resource planning. • Identify new opportunities or processes leveraging agile principles for AES to continue to continuously improve Evaluate high-level project information and assess project components to identify software delivery, business and vendor teams that may be impacted. • Provide peer-level review and mentoring to levels 1 and 2 • Each progressive level includes the ability to perform the essential functions of any lower levels and mentor employees in those levels. • Participate in corporate quality and data governance programs • The position requires a full-time work schedule. Full-time is defined as working at least 40 hours per week, plus any additional hours as requested or as needed to meet business requirements. • Perform all other duties as assigned Skills:REQUIRED COMPETENCIES 1. Required Job Skills (Applies to All Levels) • Intermediate PC proficiency • Intermediate proficiency in spreadsheet, database, project management, and word processing software • Advanced knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and implementation • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Applications and Suites, Windows Server, and networking applications • Strong understanding of systems best practices and quality improvement principles. 2. Required Professional Competencies (Applies to All Levels) • Communication with multiple levels of management • Effective risk and issue management • Exposure to Agile methodology • Exposure to the health care or health insurance industry • Strong analytical skills to support independent and effective decisions • Ability to prioritize tasks and work with multiple priorities, sometimes under limited time constraints. • Perseverance in the face of resistance or setbacks. • Creativity and innovative problem-solving abilities • Ability to understand, create and manage project budgets using sound financial management skills • Effective interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive working relationship with others. • Verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts. • Systems research and analysis. Ability to write and present business documentation • Experience working with and managing third parties • Extensive experience and judgment necessary to plan and accomplish goals. • Knowledge of business requirements development and user acceptance testing. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy • Analytical knowledge to generate reports based on available data and make decisions based on reported data 3. Required Leadership Experience and Competencies (Applies to All Levels) • Facilitate and resolve customer requests and inquiries for all levels of management within the Corporation. • Build synergy with a diverse team in an ever changing environment. PREFERRED COMPETENCIES1. Preferred Job Skills (Applies to All Levels) • Advanced skill in use of office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, scanner and telephones • Advanced PC proficiency • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Applications and Suites • Advanced knowledge of SharePoint • Intermediate knowledge of BCBSAZ applications 2. Preferred Professional Competencies (Applies to All Levels) • Impeccable project management skills • Solid technical ability and problem solving skills • Knowledge of internal departments and operations • Strong technical documentation skills and a strong ability to translate technical concepts so that they are easily understood by laymen. 3. Preferred Leadership Experience and Competencies (Applies to Levels 3 - 4) • Mentor team members and peers • Ability to build coaching plans and deliver coaching to team members Education: Required Education • High-School Diploma or GED in general field of study Preferred Education • Master's Degree in Business or Information Systems, or demonstrable finance & accounting acumen Preferred Certifications • Agile Practitioner or Project Management Professional • Lean Enterprise / Continuous Improvement Certification • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Required Work Experience • 8 years of experience in a professional environment leveraging computer technology and/or information systems and 3 years in project management Preferred Work Experience • 8 years of progressive experience coordinating and managing enterprise-wide projects Certifications: Lean Enterprise / Continuous Improvement Certification Project Management Professional REQUIRED:Key Words/Key Skills Needed on resumes: Agile PM, Financial Management, Problem Solving, Issue Management, Riskk ManagementAdditional key words/key skills: Coaching, data governance, documentation, mentor, Networking, Operations, Business Requirements, Project Management, Six SigmaVacancy expired!