ITS53ProjManEHSFY14006ProjectManagerSOPSPISWelch.doc

Specifications for ITS53 Staff Augmentation Posting

[Document Number: ITS53_ProjMan-EHS-FY14-006] Project Manager X New Posting

__ RePosting: __ No suitable resumes received, reposted with no changes (please do not resubmit resumes)

__ Reposted with skill set edits

__ Reposted with different title, higher maximum rate

General Requirements:

CORI requirements: _X_MUST BE COMPLETED

__ Other (including special requirements):

Interview requirements: __x in person

__ Other:

Total number of positions sought: _1_ Maximum acceptable hourly rate: $_110 May be filled PRIOR TO CLOSE DATE: _x_Yes __No Additional Resume Submission Specifications and Requirements:

· Maximum number of resumes per ITS53 Vendors: 4

· Resumes must be emailed to: EOHHS-ITContractorResumes@MassMail.State.MA.US

· The subject line of the email must read: ITS53_ProjMan-EHS-FY14-006

· No phone calls please – email questions to: ___ kara.banderier@state.ma.us

· Indicate on resume if candidate is presently working for another State Agency or has worked for another State Agency within the past 12 months (if so, indicate State Agency name)

· Include candidate Pay Rate in the email that accompanies the resume

· Rates are all-inclusive (travel and any additional expenses are included in the rate)

· Right to Represent must be attached to submission

· Third Party status

Worksite Address: 100 Hancock St., Quincy and 365 East St., Tewksbury, MA Contract Length: June 30, 2014 Project(s) Duration: end of project Hours per Week: 40 Submission Deadline: February 14, 2014 Other Schedule Related:

Rate Card Title from the Rate Card posted on Comm-PASS: Project Manager Position Summary:

The Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) seeks a Project Manager to lead and manage a project to replace the pharmacy information system (PIS) at the State Office of Pharmacy Services (SOPS). The Project Manager will join the EOHHS IT project management team and direct the activities to procure a vendor and implement a PIS that will meet the needs of SOPS, as defined in the Request For Response (RFR) that is currently posted on Comm-PASS. The project must be implemented on-time as the current vendor for the PIS is discontinuing support and the current PIS will not be a clinically viable solution when that happens.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

· Manage the procurement of a vendor that will implement the PIS (already under way).

· Collaborate with SOPS business leaders and the procured vendor to develop and maintain project plans

· Coordinate project activities for adherence to project plan and goals

· Develop a contingency plan for keeping SOPS functional in the event the new system cannot be implemented in time.

· Monitor results against established timelines, deliverables, tasks, dependencies and associated technical specifications

· Develop detailed project plans, work breakdown structures, project checklists and budgets to meet established time frames, funding limitations and staffing availability

· Prepare comprehensive supporting plans in the areas of quality control, risk management, change management, testing and other associated project management areas

· Manage project development process to include monitoring project scope and change control processes

· Perform work in association with industry recognized standards, guidelines and practices

· Adhere to established Commonwealth policy and procedures with respect to project management methodology quality assurance and other related standards

Required Qualifications:

· Minimum (5) five years of extensive hands-on experience with project management as the project manager with full accountability and financial responsibility

· Minimum (5) five years of IT experience in one or more technical roles

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field

· Experience with and preparing project documentation such as detailed requirements

· Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with management, end users and project team members

· Ability to interact effectively with project team members, including technical personnel, business/systems analysts, subject matter experts and executive leadership

· Ability to translate and communicate technical concepts, information, plans, and procedures to both technical and business persons.

· Knowledge and demonstrated ability to conduct detailed planning, and to perform risk assessments and their associated risk mitigation actions

· Knowledge of the related IT standards and software (i.e., Microsoft office-Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, project management tools)

· Excellent oral and written communication skills, presentation skills, and the ability to interact with senior level healthcare executives

· Capacity to communicate complex technology concepts to non-technical healthcare centric audiences as well as program and business priorities to technical audiences

· Ability to multi-task and flexibly adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

· Possess Conflict resolution, consensus building and mediation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

· Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate Desired Skills and Experience:

· Experience with Pharmacy information systems and processes in both an in-patient and retail/out-patient setting

· Experience with interfacing pharmacy systems with Pyxis medication dispensing units

· Experience with MEDITECH hospital information systems

· Team Player with strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

· Broad experience in a number of healthcare environments (acute, long-term, .3pediatric, group home, etc.)

· Prior experience with and working knowledge of the goals and services provided by the DPH hospitals, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), the Department of Mental Health (DMH), Sheriff’s Departments and/or the Department of Corrections (DOC), whom are all customers of SOPS

· Prior experience with and knowledge of MA state contracting rules and regulations

· Experience managing projects under a CMS Advanced Planning Document (APD) and creating project tracking tools for Federal reimbursement purposes

· Location: Split time between 100 Hancock, Quincy and 365 East St., Tewksbury, MA 01876

· NO TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT