The Project Manager, Data Processing position will be responsible for handling ongoing projects within the Office of Health

Information Technology (HIT). The position will work closely with team members to ensure that all project requirements, deadlines, and schedules are on track.

The position will also be responsible for submitting project deliverables to ensure they adhere to quality standards, preparing status reports and establishing effective project communication plans as well as the proper execution of said plans. Will facilitate change requests to ensure all parties are informed of the impacts on schedule and budget. Will coordinate the development of user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful implementation and turnover of the process or system to the clients.

Furthermore, this position will coordinate with external electronic partners Health Level Seven (HL7) and Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) to implement in Department of Health projects including Communicable Disease Reporting and Surveillance System (CDRSS) and New Jersey Immunization Information System (NJIIS) as well as coordinate with stake holders for prioritization of tasks and budgets.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project management and the ability to lead project teams of various sizes.

This position may be eligible to participate in the Department's pilot telework program, which offers eligible employees the opportunity to work remotely for up to two (2) days per week, as approved by management.

**If interested please email your resume to PSTHIT@doh.nj.gov

NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Nine (9) years of professional experience in data processing systems design and analysis for a large public or private information processing facility, including at least three (3) years of experience with systems software in a multi-programming, third generation communications environment, one (1) year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and five (5) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, including at least three (3) years of experience with systems software in a multi-programming, third generation communications environment, one (1) year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Data Processing or Computer Science; and four (4) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, including at least three (3) years of experience with systems software in a multi-programming, third generation communications environment, one (1) year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.

LICENSE:

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. 

About New Jersey Department of Health

New Jersey Department of Health Improving health through leadership and innovation The Department’s priority is improving population health by strengthening New Jersey’s health system. The Department’s five branches, Public Health Services, Health Systems, Integrated Health, Office of Population Health and the Office of Policy and Strategic Planning work collaboratively toward that goal. Population health focuses on keeping healthy New Jerseyans well, preventing those at risk from getting sick, and keeping those with chronic conditions from getting sicker. Population health promotes prevention, wellness and equity in all environments, resulting in a healthy New Jersey.

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