Project Manager III in Austin, TX

Description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Medicaid/CHIP Services (MCS) department seeks a highly qualified candidate with excellent project management, process improvement, and interpersonal skills to fill the position of Project Manager III for Managed Care Utilization Review Operations Team (MCUR Operations). MCS is driven by its mission to deliver quality, cost-effective Medicaid services to Texans.

The Project Manager III is a mid-level position that reports to the Senior Project Manager in the Managed Care Utilization Review Operations Team (MCUR Operations). The Project Manager III performs complex project management work and other tasks related to implementing legislative and leadership-directed initiatives. Work involves coordinating the initiation and planning of projects, overseeing the execution of the work to complete project objectives, monitoring the progress & schedule of projects, and communicating with stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties. The Project Manager III is responsible for engaging key stakeholders, managing expectations, and maintaining positive relationships with staff, other agency staff, and internal and external stakeholders. Must be able to work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, and complete other duties as assigned.

**Availability to work full time in Austin, Texas and/or a telework environment**