Project Manager IV

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Functional Title: Project Manager IV Job Title: Project Manager IV Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Portfolio Project Managers Posting Number: 19832 Closing Date: 10/06/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical Salary Range: $6,377.50 - $7,723.33 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-26 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First) Telework: Travel: Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST Other Locations: MOS Codes: 2611,8058,8060,8848,16KX,1D7X1,32EX,3D0X4,611X,612X,63A,63AX,641X,712X,8K000,BU,CE,EA,SEI16

This position is open to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents.

This onsite role requires the selected candidate to work from an HHS office in Austin, Texas.

The Project Manager IV (PM IV) serves in a key capacity within the HHS IT Project Management Office (PMO), performing advanced project management work across assignments with varied complexity. The role skillfully manages information technology projects so approved scope is completed as scheduled, within approved funding, and consistent with established requirements.

The PM IV applies sound discretion, appropriate initiative, and independent decision-making while leading work and using broad project management knowledge to support successful results.

The PM IV connects IT project teams with stakeholders throughout the organization and with external partners. Working across teams and divisions, the role consults with stakeholders, negotiates priorities, and provides guidance as proposals and projects move from initial concept through delivered value. In alignment with IT PMO standards, responsibilities include managing scope, schedules, and budgets; preparing status information; reviewing project timelines; maintaining project records; coordinating with stakeholders; and completing other related work. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, relationship-focused, an effective communicator, and able to lead problem solving in complex organizational environments. This position leads IT staff and partners across HHS IT to produce outcomes and is located in the Austin office.

Essential Job Functions:

Maintains regular, predictable attendance consistent with agency leave requirements and completes other assigned duties.

Leads and provides subject-matter expertise for project delivery activities. Work spans the full project lifecycle and recognized project practices, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure for assigned efforts and related components. Responsibilities include defining and managing scope, customer expectations, work breakdown structures, detailed schedules, resource planning, project plans, communication plans, budgets and cost tracking, presentations and briefings, metrics, risks, issues, mitigation actions, quality control, change management, customer acceptance, lessons learned, and project documentation. Coordinates efforts of varied size and complexity, including multi-million-dollar work, and leads early deliverable planning such as estimates, projections, and supporting plans. Recognizes project risks and obstacles and develops approaches to reduce, avoid, or address them. Directs, shapes, and reviews project work through recognized project management methods. (40%)

Tracks and manages projects through completion. Prepares and shares project information, status updates, and budget expenditure details. Manages costs to support completion within approved budget. Oversees quality so deliverables meet specifications, contract terms, or other project requirements. Secures authorization and commitment while demonstrating business need and feasibility. Reviews proposals and bids and makes recommendations to management. (30%)

Develops and executes plans for explaining project methods to interested parties and team members. Establishes documentation practices to record and manage changes to the original project plan. Creates criteria for reviewing programs, proposals, and other information tied to project assignments. Coordinates with other HHS agencies and the Department of Information Resources (DIR) to help ensure policies, standards, procedures, activities, and required reports align with state requirements. Develops guidance, procedures, policies, rules, or regulations and monitors compliance. (20%)

Advises, consults, and negotiates with agency customers on project activities. Confirms project management practices are used consistently with agency, enterprise, and DIR plans, standards, and guidelines. Leads internal and external teams or committees across the agency and HHS enterprise to promote coordinated, effective project delivery and service level results. Maintains current awareness of IT-related work across other HHS agencies and negotiates shared resource use to support enterprise objectives. (10%)

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain PMP or PMI-ACP certification within the first 12 months of employment.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge of effective waterfall, agile, and hybrid project management principles.

Knowledge of project planning, delivery, and oversight approaches for small, medium, and large efforts.

Knowledge of waterfall, agile, and hybrid delivery practices and how to apply them effectively.

Knowledge of project planning, delivery, and oversight approaches for small, medium, and large efforts.

Knowledge of methods and review procedures used to assess third-party vendor performance.

Knowledge of applicable state and federal statutes, regulations, policies, rules, requirements, and the Texas legislative process.

Knowledge of process improvement and quality assurance approaches.

Knowledge of strategic planning, budget administration, and human resource management.

Knowledge of leadership principles and methods for working effectively with different leadership styles.

Skill in resolving conflict.

Skill in understanding, interpreting, and applying project, quality, and model-based methodologies, including critical thinking and problem solving for complex issues in a fast-paced, deadline-driven information technology setting.

Skill in executing project management work and prioritizing tasks.

Skill in synthesizing information and applying approaches that use limited resources efficiently.

Skill in using a personal computer and Microsoft Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and Word.

Skill in using project portfolio management software to maintain product and project information.

Skill in performing quality assurance activities.

Skill in executive-level communication and public speaking.

Skill in managing multiple overlapping priorities that may compete for attention.

Skill in recognizing problems, assessing options, and implementing solutions.

Skill in collaborating with diverse groups and supporting change leadership.

Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with all organizational levels in multiple formats.

Ability to use sound judgment when making critical decisions.

Ability to review and interpret complex information.

Ability to create plans that address identified issues.

Ability to negotiate and facilitate effectively.

Ability to plan, assign, and manage completion of project work.

Ability to think creatively and encourage creative thinking in others.

Ability to define goals and objectives.

Ability to manage, motivate, and build effective work teams.

Ability to interpret data accurately, evaluate reports, and make timely, effective decisions.

Ability to organize and present information clearly in oral and written formats.

Ability to work independently and deliver results within a broadly consultative management environment.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements, or Certifications

N/A

Initial Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, technology, healthcare, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.

• Four or more years of experience managing projects

• Education and relevant experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Information:

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

Selected candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Selected candidate must be willing to commute to the office on the required days.

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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.