Interdepartmental Project Manager

State of careers Rhode Island

11h • $110,161 - $124,825

About The Position

The Interdepartmental Project Manager works with state agencies and organizations to strengthen cross-system collaboration and implement integrated service organization and delivery policies. The role is responsible for developing and coordinating projects and conducting research, program evaluation, fiscal analysis, and policy analysis on issues affecting consumers of human service programs.

The position serves in a communications capacity representing state departments in interactions with state and local officials, the public, and media. It supports coordinated communication and community relations, develops and distributes information about legislative changes and their effects, and prepares reports, recommendations, and commentary on program and policy issues. The role also analyzes departmental services, addresses complaints or objections, and represents directors in assigned contacts with constituents and officials.

The position works under the general direction of a department director or consortium, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Assignments are reviewed for results and adherence to policies and procedures. It may supervise staff specialists and others assigned to assist with delegated projects. The individual hired will have access to Federal Tax Information and must undergo national fingerprint background screening and employment eligibility validation through E-Verify.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for 35 hours per week. The salary range is $110,161 to $124,825.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, or substantially equivalent education and experience.
• Considerable employment in a highly responsible position involving research, fiscal analysis, policy development, and information dissemination, or substantially equivalent education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of project management principles, practices, and techniques related to developing interdepartmental programs and services.
• Thorough knowledge of planning, budgeting, and evaluation processes and the ability to apply them in a human service system.
• Thorough knowledge of press relations practices, procedures, and protocols.
• Ability to research and prepare reports and recommendations for dissemination of policy information.
• Working knowledge of computers and communication technology.
• Ability to evaluate the attitudes and reactions of interested and affected groups and understand their information needs concerning departmental programs and objectives.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of constituents, state officials, and the general public.
• Must complete national fingerprint background screening because the position has access to Federal Tax Information.
• Must have employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in contract, vendor, and budget management.
• Previous exposure to CMS enhanced funding opportunities.
• Working knowledge of LTSS programs and functions.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and correctly apply complex policy and procedures.
• Ability to participate as an active and contributing team member.
• Knowledge and understanding of EOHHS values and ability to demonstrate them through practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize effectively under deadlines.
• Knowledge of Medicaid claims, eligibility, and enrollment policies.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Experience with PMBOK principles.
• Experience with project management tools and techniques.
• Experience with IT problem management.
• Knowledge of the System Development Life Cycle.
• Ability to lead a team and produce high-quality results.
• Ability to develop strong business cases with supporting documentation, including wireframes, process maps, and other design tools.

Responsibilities

• Work with state agencies and organizations to strengthen cross-system collaboration and implement integrated service organization and delivery policies.
• Develop and coordinate special projects authorized and delegated by a director.
• Conduct research, fiscal and policy analysis, program evaluation, and analysis of departmental services.
• Represent state departments in communications with state and local officials, the public, and media.
• Research and write commentary on issues affecting consumers of human service programs.
• Resolve complaints or objections and prepare reports on complex issues for directors’ consideration and decisions.
• Develop and maintain coordinated liaison with the General Assembly, state agencies, the public, and media.
• Develop, implement, and disseminate a newsletter concerning legislative changes and their impact.
• Operate publishing, graphic, and financial computer programs required for specific projects.
• Represent directors in assigned contacts with constituents and officials to explain policies and their impact.
• Keep departmental officials informed of directors’ decisions and recommendations on programs and policies.
• Maintain frequent contact with departmental officials regarding program and policy decisions and recommendations.
• Supervise staff specialists and other personnel assigned to assist with delegated projects.

Benefits

• Benefits are available to State of Rhode Island employees; details are provided through the Office of Employee Benefits website.
• Direct deposit is required for employees hired after September 30, 2014.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior