project portfolio manager

Introduction

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GRADE

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LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of Enterprise Technology - Project Portfolio Office, Baltimore, MD\r

Main Purpose of Job

This leader will partner with Maryland Department of Health business leaders and executives\r
to oversee the project lifecycle and manage the project portfolio after intake. The PfMP will\r
manage and govern risks to enable new capabilities while ensuring compliance and alignment\r
with internal policies, governance, security, and business objectives. The PfMP will further\r
expand and improve the Portfolio Office using tools, data, and prioritization to foster\r
continuous improvement and capabilities within the EPMO. They will drive the monitoring\r
and controls of all project execution performance as well as the development of project\r
management methodologies, implementation and management of project management\r
tools, program and portfolio management, strategic project management, and optimization\r
of resource allocation and capacity. In addition, the resource will work closely with our sister\r
agencies, contractors, development partners, internal and external customers, to ensure\r
alignment of delivery timelines while having a thorough understanding of constraints and\r
dependencies across their assigned portfolio of projects. They will provide guidance and\r
direction to Project Managers responsible for planning, scheduling, and controlling the\r
activities of complex projects including corporate thematic goal efforts, enterprise projects,\r
and projects in support of departmental process improvements.\r
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This position will oversee cross-functional teams of staff and contractors. This position will\r
also represent MDH OET, with other Maryland departments, external stakeholders, and\r
federal agencies, and serves as a point of contact for escalations from various stakeholders.\r
Use of independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, organize, and delegate a\r
diversified workload in a fast-paced project environment. This position must deal\r
diplomatically with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholder groups to ensure that\r
technology projects are aligned with strategic and measurable outcomes, including\r
enhancing customer service, increasing efficiency of operations, and cost savings measures.\r
Conducts other IT duties as assigned by management.\r
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least 10 years of experience in program, project management and delivery, including at least�5-8 years of experience in Portfolio and Program Management in Information Technology, Security or Technology-related experience.\r

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:\r
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Master's degree;\r
5 years of experience in PMO creation, maturity and management; SDLC development and agile transformation/methods;\r
5-8 years of experience in process improvement, governance, cross-functional collaboration;\r
PMP, Lean Six Sigma, Agile or other such certification.\r
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The desired candidate should also possess the following:\r
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills across multiple levels of stakeholders;\r
Ability to take complex concepts and translate them into a digestible format as needed based on audience;\r
Demonstrated delivery experience in portfolio, project and program management;\r
Portfolio, program and project management methodologies, methods, road mapping and metrics development;\r
Resources management and leveling techniques and tools development;\r
Ability to build consensus among diverse leaders and manage sensitive situations;\r
Ability to develop processes for PMO and Portfolio that allows nimbleness;\r
Ability to quickly adapt to dynamic environment and changes in priority;\r
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple demanding initiatives concurrently, balancing multiple priorities, working with minimal supervision, and meeting deadlines.��\r
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SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.� A resume must accompany your application.\r
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.�\r
Candidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r

BENEFITS

The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:\r
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Meaningful Work\r
Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental\r
Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)\r
Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)\r
Retirement\r
Paid Parental Leave�\r
Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)\r
Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)\r
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For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below:\r
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r
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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to �Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at \r
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at or��\r
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service \r
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r