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2 Submittals- Web Cam Interview - Market-rate compensation based on experience
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MUST have experience with NextGen Workday
MUST meet/exceed ALL REQUIRED skills
The Project Manager will assist the Department of Human Services (DHS) in managing the agency?s transition from the State Enterprise PeopleSoft system to the NexGen (Workday) application. The selected individual will work with the State Workday ERP service providers and the DHS Finance and Human Resource business units to coordinate agency-level project implementation activities. The position is accountable to the DHS Deputy Commissioner of Finance, DHS Deputy Commissioner of Human Resources and the Office of Information Technology Project Management Officer.
Responsibilities:
Assist DHS CFO and HR Director plan, coordinate, and align agency ERP transition/rollout activities with the state?s PeopleSoft/Workday transition project schedule.
Develop collaboration among the agency?s Finance, HR, Procurement subject matter experts.
Ensure the State NextGen project activities are timely communicated to the appropriate agency stakeholders.
Lead/facilitate agency stakeholder meetings
Monitor and track transition/rollout project performance and report status and pertinent issues to the agency leadership
Ensure stakeholders take necessary action to achieve the goals and objectives of the transition project.
Work with Workday PMO and quality assurance team to extend the expected new Workday standards, procedures, and quality objectives at the agency level.
Ensure agency team members have the tools and training required to transition to Workday effectively.
Monitor state milestones and critical dates to identify potential jeopardy to the agency transition schedule.
Identify ways to resolve schedule issues and keep management aware of the situation.
Conduct formal testing reviews with business leaders to confirm acceptance and satisfaction.
Develop and maintain a productive working relationship with project sponsors, vendors, and key clients.
Qualifications
- 2+ years? direct experience with Workday (NextGen) rollouts
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
- Bachelor?s degree in related field or specialized training, Master?s degree preferred
- 5+ years of IT project/program management or equivalent IT team leadership experience.
- 3+ years managing an enterprise NextGen Workday implementation
- PMP certification from PMI or equivalent certification (MUST upload certification)
- Expert use of MS Project, MS Visio, SharePoint, MS Teams and MS Office Business Suite
- 5 years' experience leading projects of high complexity (must have occurred in the last 2 years).
- Experience working in state government (REQUIRED)
Bachelor?s degree in related field or specialized training, Master?s degree preferred
Required
5+ years of IT project/program management or equivalent IT team leadership experience
Required
5
Years
Experience leading projects of high complexity (must have occurred in the last 2 years).
Required
5
Years
2+ years? direct experience with Workday (NextGen) rollouts
Required
2
Years
PMP certification from PMI or equivalent certification (MUST upload certification)
Required
3+ years managing an enterprise NextGen Workday implementation
Required
3
Years
MS Project
Required
MS Visio
Required
SharePoint,
Required
MS Teams
Required
MS Office Business Suite
Required
Experience working in state government
Required
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Required
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Benefits
At Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to:
Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you.
Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.
Flexibility for Life's Needs: Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.
Bridging the Gaps: Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you're covered when it counts.
Your Future Starts Now: Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you're not just another employee you're family. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.