DSS, Inc. is a leading health information software development and systems integration company, offering services and solutions utilized daily by thousands of clinicians and administrative staff across both public and private sectors nationwide.
Overview The
Project Manager is responsible for supporting and coordinating projects across DSS's enterprise infrastructure, applications, security, and technology solutions. This role provides guidance throughout the project lifecycle, helping ensure initiatives are planned, executed, and delivered in alignment with organizational goals and technical standards. The IT Project Manager will oversee multiple technology projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage timelines, resources, and deliverables. Additionally, the role is responsible for tracking and managing project activities using project management software to ensure visibility, accountability, and successful project outcomes.
Conditions of Employment: (Authorized to work in the US without current or future be able to pass a Federal background check
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
The Project Manager (IT)
will: - Is self-directed, with the ability to identify priorities, obstacles, and mobilize projects in an orderly fashion to achieve desired results and effectively use collaboration in driving decisions.
- Has the ability to understand technical issues at a high level and be self-motivated as well as creative and efficient in proposing solutions to complex, time-critical problems.
- Works with Scrum teams, Product Owners (Product Line Managers), project managers and other departments to create a great collaborative environment.
- Creates, manages, and tracks project progress documentation, including detailed project plans, project scope statements, resource plans, risk and issue logs, and status reports.
- Tailors project management, development, and support processes to meet the needs of Vendors/ External Clients and other departments.
- Communicates with all Internal and External Customers and/or appropriate Stakeholders in regard to project deliverables including managing expectations, presenting and interfacing sponsors.
- Completes and submits to stakeholders the appropriate documentation required for the assigned project, which is stored in the appropriate DSS data repository for review by DSS management.
- Helps to identify and mitigate risks.
- Contributes to the design, development, testing and implementation of products by with the Product Line Manager and the product team.
- Manages day-to-day activities of projects; communicates with the necessary groups to ensure project deliverables are on schedule and within parameters set forth by Management.
- Travels up to 10% of the time as necessary to support any IT project and as directed by Management
Preferred Duties: - Coordinates with other Project Managers (PM)
- Coaches and mentors other members of the team.
Security and Privacy Responsibilities: Individuals working for DSS or any Subsidiary will be subject to security and privacy requirements as explained in HIPAA, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-53. Additionally, they are required to undergo specific FedRAMP training to ensure compliance with all associated controls and responsibilities in the day-to-day performance of their duties. Individuals working in departments that are considered to be in the high-risk category will be required to undergo advanced training based on their role and level of access. Individuals with access to modify data and the configuration baseline will require further training.
The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.
Required Skills: - 4+ years of practical professional experience in project management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
- 2+ years of experience in Azure or AWS.
- 3+ years of experience in software development and/or software implementation project management.
- Experience in the clinical, administrative, or technical specialty related to the healthcare industry.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in Azure or AWS Cloud Infrastructure.
- Experienced with JIRA Software and Plans.
- Experienced with Azure DevOps and branch strategy.
- Experienced with Agile methodologies.
- Experienced with interface engines and establishing interfaces for web applications.
- Experienced with API and Web Development.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Is abreast of contemporary developments in EHR Software.
- Understands the project life cycle, project performance measurements and methodologies.
- Possesses the ability to guide staff in the fundamentals of iterative development, agile software development processes and procedures.
- Is skilled at prioritizing and executing tasks.
Preferred Skills: - Ability to work effectively (maintaining accuracy and sensitivity) under tight timelines and schedules.
- Ability to work from an organizational perspective as well as independently and as a contributing team member.
- Ability to adjust and set priorities to meet deadlines.
- Possesses excellent listening skills and a commitment to communicating in a clear, concise, and timely manner at all times.
- Possesses exceptional skills in partnering with staff from multiple departments and in developing and maintaining long-term supportive relationships.
- Has the ability to organize time effectively while identifying barriers to progress, proposing solutions, and setting priorities.
- Possesses proven aptitude for understanding technical process and the ability to learn new software as needed.
- Has the ability to handle large volumes of e-mail, in person meetings and conference calls.
Education: - Bachelor's degree; equivalent combinations of work experience and\or education will be considered.
Certification(s), Licenses: - Preferred: Project Management Professional [PMP] preferred (Must be willing and able to attain certifications if not currently achieved)
Years of experience in a similar role: - 4+ years of practical professional experience in project management.
Physical Demands: Standing 25% per day Sitting 55% per day Walking 15% per day Stooping 10% per day Lifting - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (luggage, laptop etc.) while on travel
- Up to 15-20 lbs as needed at shows/ events - anything heavier should be lifted/ handled by third-party labor personnel
Computer Work 75% per day Telephone Work 75% per day Reading 75% per day Other, Travel - Travel unassisted up to 30 % per year, via common carrier and/or personal automobile.
DSS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need an accommodation seeking employment with DSS, Inc., please email or call . Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
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