Project Manager 3

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Company: Abacus Service Corporation

Location: Austin, TX 78745

Description:

Solicitation Reference Number
529400734

Customer Name
Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Category
Project Management

Category
Project Management

Title
Project Manager

Level
Project Manager 3

Estimated Hours
1,704

Number of Positions
1

# of Resumes Allowed
1

Full/Part Time
Full Time

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)
RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445
Solicitation Reference Number: 529400734 Working Title: Project Manager 3 Title/Level: Project Manager 3 Category: Project Management Full Time NTE Rate:$144.24

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Project Manager 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Project Manager 3, Project Management and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

ll work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Level Description

8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Certification in Project Management by a recognized project management organization or Scrum Master a plus.

Job Description

Project managers are the people in charge of a specific project or projects within a company. As the project manager, your job is to plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of the specific project you are working on. Project managers might work by themselves or be in charge of a team to get the job done.

The Project Manager will manage and lead the project of integrating the credentialing data used by Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) into the Provider Enrollment Management System (PEMS). PEMS is HHSC's system for enrolling providers into the Medicaid program. Providers must be enrolled in order to deliver services to Medicaid clients and receive payment from HHSC or the Medicaid MCOs. The credentialing process ensures providers have appropriate credentials to provide the services for which they choose to enroll. For example, a physician's license would be verified through the credentialing process. This project will ensure the credentialing process is fully integrated into the PEMS application to streamline provider enrollment and reduce the number steps providers must take to get enrolled and credentialed.

The PM will report to the governance committees, including the MMIS Executive Steering Committee on the activities of the project. The Worker will identify, record, and ensure trading partners are aware of critical path dependencies, integration points and oversee testing plans. This position will work closely with the Director and the Deputy Associate Commissioner for Medicaid and CHIP Services, Operations Management.

This will be a key role in ensuring the success of the integration of credentialing data in the PEMS.

The Project Manager, PEMS Credentialing Integration (PEMSCI) will be responsible for:
Development and maintenance of PEMSCI project timelines.
Monitoring and managing project quality and cost to ensure that project deliverables are acceptable, fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications, and are completed within budget.
Managing project resources to assign tasks, ensure appropriate representation of key areas, and identify resources needs for management attention.
Developing and maintaining project management framework documentation including risk registers, project schedules, budgets, monitoring reports, change requests, and other project management documentation.
Communicating status between Medicaid and CHIP Services program areas, HHSC Information Technology (IT), the PEMS system vendor, MCOs, and the Enrollment Broker.
Analyze data sets ensuring all credentialing elements are identified and integrated into the application.
Communicating status of program initiatives to HHS leadership, including executive steering committees
Conducting regular presentations to large groups to discuss project requirements, gather feedback, manage action items, and manage project status.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Experience in management of large-scale IT projects, including vendor management. 8 Required Experience with Medicaid Enterprise Systems. 8 Required Experience in identifying problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports; and to plan, and assign the work of others 8 Required Experience overseeing the planning and execution of major IT systems, including facilitation and documentation of high-level critical path dependencies across multiple systems. 8 Required bility to analyze and evaluate various technology solutions and architectures, especially as they relate to Medicaid Enterprise Systems 8 Required Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines. 8 Required Experience successfully leading meetings and facilitating discussion between multiple stakeholder groups, including vendors. 8 Required Excellent analytical, problem-solving, coordination and communication skills. 8 Preferred Experience with Texas Medicaid processes and policies. 8 Preferred bility to establish project goals and objectives that support the State and HHS strategic plans as well as federal directives 8 Preferred Proven ability to work successfully with technical and non-technical groups and manage multiple responsibilities. 8 Preferred Experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and independently perform a variety of complicated tasks; a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 11/15/2023 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1704 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

I. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 11/20/2023 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024 for FY24. Total estimated hours for Candidate shall not exceed 1704 hours for FY24. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

II. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION (Required)

) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.

B) The primary work location will be at 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751

C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker's and/or Vendor's expense.

D) The worker will work remotely.

E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.

III. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

o Candidates must be within the State of Texas. Out of State candidates will not be considered.

o Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)

o Through Microsoft Teams

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