Manager Technical Project & Program Management

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• Summary
• Responsible for managing project management and analyst staff in area(s) of specialization. Ensures staff performance in order to meet business needs in compliance with strategic priorities. Collaborates closely with business and or functional area(s) to assist users in defining their needs. Assumes responsibility for all projects within their team. This role also ensures that projects and programs align with enterprise strategic goals and adhere to standardized governance and delivery practices.

• Job Duties
• •Manages a portfolio of strategic initiatives while overseeing team performance.

Aligns projects with organizational objectives like improved patient care, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.

Maintains PMO playbooks, policies and standardized project management methodologies.

Implements best practices for project scope, risk management and lessons learned.

Promotes ongoing process optimization and integration across enterprise portfolios.

Drives intake and prioritization of technology projects through structured governance committees and sub-committees.

Facilitates operational governance committees and ensures compliance with intake workflows and demand management processes.

Assists with portfolio decision making and performance monitoring.

Leads PMO education sessions for project managers and IS&T leaders.

• Minimum Qualifications
• •Bachelor’s Degree in information Sciences and Technology or Information Management related fields or

• •Associate’s Degree and 10 years preferred work experience.
• •7 years progressive work experience in information technology, healthcare or business project management related fields. and

• •1 year experience in a lead, supervisory or leadership role.
• •Core technical and project management skills including project management expertise, portfolio and governance management.

Understanding of enterprise platforms, digital technologies, and integration tools to bridge business and technical needs.

Ability to manage, mentor and coach project managers and analysts to foster a culture of growth and continuous learning.

Relationship building skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Effective communication and collaboration across teams and departments.

Competence in monitoring KPIs.

Ability to identify risks, manage change and implement mitigation strategies for technology initiatives.

Capacity to navigate ambiguity and deliver results using problem-solving and adaptability.

• Physical Demands
• Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

• Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
• Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

515 Hamilton St

Primary Location:

Three City Center

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Department:

1004-13120 CSS-Info Services Admin