Project Manager II

The accomplished Information Services (IS) Project Manager will have experience with working in a Project Office. Responsibilities include initiating, planning, managing and completing small through large projects in a large organization leveraging shared resources. Responsible for the use, improvement and mentorship of ThedaCare's project management methodologies. Manages a project throughout the life cycle from initiation to implementation, including transition to the operational areas to support ongoing sustainability. Ensures projects are aligned with ThedaCare business objectives and any other compliance and regulatory requirements to meet the expectations of project leaders and users while delivering on time, within budget, and within scope.Establishes, monitors, and reports out on the project budget to ensure standards are followed and information services and project leaders are kept abreast of status.Monitors, compares, and analyzes actual project performance/metrics with planned project performance/metrics and takes corrective action to yield the desired outcome when significant differences exist. Prepares reports on progress in a level of detail that is appropriate to the audience.Manages project change requests to ensure that all parties are informed of the impact to the schedule (time and people), budget, and deliverables including completion of formal sign-off on agreement.Demonstrates leadership skills by providing expertise in the area of project management, assisting in the management of the daily activities of the project, scheduling activities and participants, and coordinating/partnering with operational teams. Provides input into the job performance and coaching of information services colleagues as requested by leaders.Responds quickly to resolve operational situations that arise.Translates the vision of the project into actionable work, while developing and supporting effective team interactions through open and honest communication, receptive to feedback, mentoring, and developing others. Develops and supports relationships that create an environment where individuals and team members learn and grow professionally.Effectively delivers oral and written messages to inform others of changes that may affect them and their work. Matches communication style and methods to the message and audience with a high level of personal awareness regarding approachability.Identifies and participates in process improvement within the scope of the project to decrease defects and reduce waste and/or cost of processes impacted by the implementation. Department/Unit details:ThedaCare IS is transforming its structure to be more aware of the customer's perceptions and react more rapidly and effectively to the needs of the customer. IS is well positioned with a strong team supporting over 200 information technology solutions using well over 10,000 technology components for 13,000 users. The project management component of the department has been in place for over 12 years; the project management methodologies have been kept in line with PMI standards and continue to be improved to support our changing environment. Education:Required: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business Administration or a closely related field.Preferred: Masters Licensure/CertificationRequired: Obtain Project Management Professional (PMP) within three years of accepting this role (optional for lab professionals with an MT/MLT certification) ExperienceRequired: 5 years of progressive experience in project management. Progression in IS roles related to technology (infrastructure, hardware or telecommunications for example.)Preferred: Previous experience in an IS role within a multi-location health care organization is a plus. Benefits Eligible: YesHoliday Rotation: N/AHours per week: 40/SalariedCall Rotation: N/AShift Time: SalariedShift Length: SalariedExpected Schedule: M-F days typically, flexibility for weekend and evening as required for project delivery.Travel Requirements: as requiredWeekend Schedule: N/AHome Location: 222 W. College Ave; Appleton, WI Why ThedaCare? A respectful and challenging work environment, supportive colleagues, vibrant communities, and the great feeling that comes with making a difference in other people's lives??? These are just a few of the reasons to choose ThedaCare as the home for your career! We are looking for team members who put our patients and families at the center of their work; who have an unrelenting passion for safety and quality; and who will contribute to a great working environment where everyone can do their best.

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