Technology Project Manager 2026-01559
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Technology Project Manager 2026-01559
Salary
$7,184.67 Monthly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01559
Department
Department Of Health
Division
Cheyenne and County Offices
Opening Date
06/17/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Job Classification
BAPM11
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Medicaid Project Management Office (PMO) Team functions in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering IT solutions to the Wyoming Department of Health. We are seeking a skilledMedicaid Project Managerto join our team. This role offers a path for professionals possessing sharp analytical capabilities to grow within the sectors of public administration, project management, and healthcare technology.
Reporting to the PMO Manager, the Medicaid Project Manager oversees the full lifecycle of IT projects, including implementation, scheduling, and status reporting. Our portfolio includes critical initiatives such as Electronic Visit Verification, Provider Enrollment, Fraud Waste and Abuse, and the Benefits Management System used for Medicaid claims processing. Additionally, this position provides vital technical coordination and contract management support by focusing on vendor relations, system integration, data management, and operational testing.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
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Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
Manage high-visibility, strategically important projects as requested by the State Medicaid Agent and the Technology & Business Operations Section Manager
Execute project management duties:
Planning and direction of project work effort
Coordination with agency executives and other related entities, including regional and federal partners
Evaluating the effectiveness of processes
Achieving program objectives
Complying with federal regulations
Ensuring contract compliance
Achieving operating efficiency targets
Mediating and resolving disputes
May directly serve as the project manager on multiple concurrent projects
The Project Manager will work closely with other PMs, Business Analysts, module vendor(s), the Section Manager, Contract Managers, Division of Healthcare Financing Staff, ETS, and other project stakeholders
Assess organizational risks and communicate issues and recommended resolutions
Monitor project timelines, resources, and budget
Develop and submit implementation status reports
Ensure project milestones and deliverables are met
Establish and maintain the Resource Management and Staffing Plan
The Project Manager is responsible for helping to ensure the successful delivery of all milestones and deliverables
Work with the project management team to develop and manage project phase entrance and exit criteria
Work with the project management team and contracted Vendors to develop comprehensive test scripts and plans and coordinate test activities to ensure the vendor's product meets business and functional requirements
Manage and develop a clearly articulated business and functional Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)and design documentation for all aspects of the system being developed and implemented
Measure and report project progress against the business and functional requirements traceability matrix
Provide functional and technical expertise within multiple business areas; provide strategic, forward-looking vision when configuring or customizing solutions to maintain flexibility and future integration opportunities.
Provide support to the contract manager on complex and technically challenging contracts with a large contracted workforce and large financial and operational impacts. These contracts may include specific module vendors or contractors that are hired to assist with testing or project management activities so that the enterprise vision can be realized.
Closely monitor contract deliverables and orchestrate acceptance testing and deliverable sign-off
Ensure contract requirements and performance standards are met
Work to collaboratively share necessary information with other relevant contractors and WDH staff
Review and approve project deliverables
Facilitate business and operational readiness for the deployment of systems
Identify operational inefficiencies, conflicting business practices, and integration issues, suggesting alternative solutions to cross-functional problems
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Public Administration, Business Administration, Health Administration, or equivalent experience.
Project management experience in the Medicaid or healthcare-related sectors.
Proficient in applying both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
Well-versed in customer service standards and business solution strategies.
Demonstrated expertise in collaborative teaming and complex problem-solving.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification required.
KNOWLEDGE:
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel or other comparable products.
Experience with the use of Microsoft Project is a plus.
Ability to perform clear, concise, and grammatically correct verbal and written communication.
Skilled in researching and analyzing problems and arriving at a viable solution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business/Project Management)
Experience:
1-3 year(s) of progressive work experience (typically in project management) with acquired knowledge at the level of Senior Project Management Analyst.
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in project management) with acquired knowledge at the level of Senior Project Management Analyst
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
Travel may be required.
NOTES:
FLSA: Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) employer .
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification required.
Supplemental Information
Click here (https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/) to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options- including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules- vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility- for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development- to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
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