Outcomes. Delivered.
Voyatek delivers outcome-driven technology solutions to public sector agencies and higher education institutions nationwide.
For example, our technology:
- Facilitates access to nutritious food for children of mothers participating in the WIC program
- Supports first responders in reducing opioid overdoses within their communities
- Empowers colleges and universities to identify and thwart financial aid fraud
- Equips teachers with valuable insights to identify students requiring additional support
- Enhances efficiency for state tax agencies, leading to 99% faster return processing and quicker refunds for taxpayers
With a focus on Tax & Revenue, Health & Human Services, and Justice & Public Safety, Voyatek combines the scale to support large complex projects with the agility and accessibility of a boutique solutions provider. Together, Voyatek and its customers work to improve population wellbeing, create safer communities, and foster a thriving economy.
We’re more than a technology company -- we’re an outcomes company.
We encourage our employees to think differently, ask tough questions, and relentlessly pursue what’s best for our customers and the residents they serve.
We believe that the value of technology is defined by its human impact. If you agree, you’ve come to the right place.
Voyatek is seeking applicants to occupy the position of Level 3 Project Manager within our teamNYS Integrated Eligibility Systems located in New York, NY. This position is a 18 month contract.
The mission of the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) is to enhance the well-being of New Yorkers by transforming health and human service delivery through coordinated business practices, modernized technology, and strategic partnerships. IES will provide eligibility, enrollment, case management, and payment functionality for Health and Human Service programs currently served by the Welfare Management System, Benefits Issuance Control System and other State systems. IES will build on the successful opening of the New York State of Health (NYSoH) by leveraging assets created for the health benefit exchange to modernize the eligibility system for health and human service programs.
Key Responsibilities:
IES is looking for technical PM with domain knowledge of IES.
This position will report into the IES Project Management Office, being led by the IES Project Management LEAD. Daily activities will include, but are not limited to:
- Provide leadership and oversight to other IES project managers and execute on the overall mission and vision of the IES program from a project management perspective.
- Defining and managing project scope, schedule and budget, managing project schedule and budget variances, and providing implementation alternatives to mitigate project risk related to scope, schedule and budget.
- Proactively identify, assess and mitigate project risks across the project stakeholder community.
- Follow the IES established change control process;
- Managing project teams following the systems development life cycle including the business requirements definition, technical design, code development, system testing including unit, system, performance, etc., deployment and rollout including training and pilot implementations.
- Managing all aspects of the project including risk, issues, communication plan, decisions, actions, and project interdependencies.
- Managing resources in a matrix management organization and collaborate with senior management on resource allocations based on project priorities.
- Lead project groups within the IES Program and across stakeholder groups.
- Facilitate meetings clarifying business and technical requirements and decision making.
- Collaborate with project stakeholders including project team members, state agencies, and Social Service Districts ensuring project objectives are understood and roles and responsibilities are well defined
- Oversee and coordinate Systems Integration vendor implementations including scope and methodology adherence, resource management, deliverable review and approvals, and progress reporting.
- Reporting to Project Management Lead and responsible for providing regular project status reports to IES Program Director, as well as, Project Sponsors, Steering Committees, and other governance bodies.
- Other duties as assigned.
NOTE *** "This position will be located in NYC and will have to meet the current ITS Telecommute Policy of 50% onsite with a minimum of 2 days per week. The individual will also be required to travel to the Albany office on an as needed basis at about 10%.
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Qualifications:
- Level III- More than seven (7) years of experience working on complex projects with 2 or more years in a leadership role as a Project Manager
- Minimum 12 years’ experience as a PMO Project Manager and experience working in a PMO supporting Health and Human Services, Eligibility system supporting at least one of the following domains: Medicaid, Public Assistance, SNAP, HEAP, or Child Care with proven experience in data conversion and data modeling, Including working with Legacy systems, ETL teams, and validating data quality.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum experience of managing a program Budget of a minimum of $100 million.
- At least seven years of experience in active management of resource loaded Project Schedules and resource assignments using Microsoft Project and Microsoft Project Online. Including use of VBA scripting
- Understanding of data governance, Privacy, compliance standards and 5 years' Experience with Agile development and technical project
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience working with technical teams, data analyst and integration partners. Comfortable leading technical discussions
- Current PMP or project management certification through Project Management Institute
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The wage range for this role reflects the wide array of factors considered in compensation decisions. These factors include, but are not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, licensure and certifications, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the unique facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the hourly range is $100.00 - $105.00.
At Voyatek, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Please note that eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on your role and employment status.
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Medical, Limited, & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contributions
- Company-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match and Immediate Vesting
- Wellhub Fitness and Wellness Platform
- Pet Insurance
- Training Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
We are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both your personal and professional aspirations.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a compliant workplace, all final candidates will undergo and must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check. The background check may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant checks. Background check results will be evaluated in accordance with applicable law. For certain positions, additional client-specific background screenings may be required at the time of hire or in the future, in accordance with client requirements.
If you think you are a good fit for us, we encourage you to apply. Check out our career website for all open positions!
Voyatek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Voyatek will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status or domestic violence victim status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Employment decisions include all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment and hiring, job assignment/ placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, rates of pay or other compensation, internship, and training.