Director of IT Strategic Initiatives

Partnership HealthPlan of California•Fairfield, CA

11h

About The Position

Under the general direction of the CIO, the Director, IT Strategic Initiatives is responsible for overseeing IT strategic initiatives; developing, implementing, and auditing methodologies and best practices related to steering committees; and prioritization of projects and best practices related to the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). The Director will be responsible for ensuring that there is a consistent development and implementation process and that it is followed. The Director will work with the CIO and other department directors to prioritize projects and provide status reports to the CIO and Steering Committee.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
At least four (4) years as an IT Project Manager, Business Analyst, or related experience.
Minimum two (2) years working in a management role.
Experience developing IT processes and procedures.
Knowledge of programming practices, systems analysis, and system selection.
Ability to translate user requirements into system specifications.
Valid California driver’s license and proof of current automobile insurance compliant with PHC policy are required to operate a vehicle and travel for company business.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to large audiences.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Project and PowerPoint.
Ability to develop presentations.

Nice To Haves

Project Management certification desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead the IT Strategic Initiatives team made up of Project Managers, IT Business Analysts, and Quality Assurance.
Manage and maintain a process to review, prioritize, and monitor incoming work requests.
Identify metrics and provide status reports around projects.
Tailor SDLC process to meet PHC needs and ensure it is followed.
Assign Project Managers, IT Business Analysts, and Quality Assurance resources based on importance and complexity of projects.
Audit documentation from IT projects to ensure it is completed correctly.
Assist in project portfolio management and the Statement of Work process.
Measure and report on project progress, including metrics around meeting schedules, error rates, etc.
Work with other IT Directors to support all IT projects.
Work with PHC’s PMO department to ensure processes, methodologies, and priorities are aligned.
Develop a standard testing and QA methodology and ensure testing and QA is in each project plan.
Assist in special projects where needed.
May serve as a project manager or business analyst on special projects.
Provide expert guidance to the user community.