APCD Project Manager

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Insurance (IDOI): The purpose of the Indiana Department of Insurance is to protect Hoosiers as they purchase and use insurance products to keep their assets and their families from loss or harm. Consumers may need assistance with certain claim situations or just help in understanding how their policies work. Our other primary obligation is to monitor the financial solvency of the insurance companies domiciled in Indiana so that the legal promises made in insurance policies are honored. To these ends, our Department staff is committed to providing exceptional customer service for both our consumers and our companies, and to maintain a fair and objective viewpoint as we examine each issue and circumstance within our jurisdiction.

Role Overview:

Currently under development, the Indiana All-Payer Claims Database (APCD) is a large state database that will include medical claims, pharmacy claims, and eligibility and provider files collected from private and public payers. (See Indiana Code 27-1-44.5) The purpose of the APCD is to identify health care needs, provide information for healthcare policy, compare costs between various treatment settings and approaches, provide information to consumers and purchasers of health care, and improve the quality and affordability of patient healthcare and health care coverage in Indiana. Serving as the day-to-day vender point of contact for the APCD Administrator, the Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the timely completion of specific project deliverables within project scope

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $79,118.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Manage projects with moderate complexity and scope that may involve multiple internal or external stakeholders or contracted resources.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, work breakdown structures and budgets.
• Define user and project team member’s roles and responsibilities on each project. Coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Manage and problem-solve for project risks, issues and changes while ensuring proper escalation when needed.
• Coordinate and monitor activities of all stakeholders to ensure the project is completed within any time constraints.
• Communicate project status to management and project stakeholders.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and prepare lessons learned to improve future projects.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, risk management, and estimation of resources.
• Considerable knowledge and application of project management theories and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of the information systems development life cycle, information technology, project tools and approaches to development and implementation.
• Considerable problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead project team by encouraging and influencing others to perform, as well as collaborate across departments.
• Effective communication skills. Comfortable making presentations to stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge and experience of Microsoft products: Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio.

A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of experience in information technology, computer science, Business Administration or a related field including 3 years of project management experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.