Human Resources PMO Project Manager

Connecticut Children's • $95K — $115K *
Hartford, CT 06106In-Person
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5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (IT, Engineering, Project Management, etc.)
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience in project management
  • Experience in full lifecycle implementations of deployments or business transformations
  • Familiar with Jira and Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Cross-functional enterprise experience in HR-related business processes
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM®) required

Responsibilities

  • Assist in evaluating HR projects against organizational goals
  • Maintain a multi-year HR road map with leadership guidance
  • Apply project management methodologies and frameworks
  • Define project charters and objectives with HR teams
  • Develop detailed work breakdown structures (WBS)
  • Measure project outcomes against key HR metrics
  • Partner with HR practice areas and other functions on projects

Benefits

  • Engagement with executive leadership in HR
  • Opportunities for continuous improvement within HR systems
  • Support for adopting PMO methodologies as standard
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Professional development and learning opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Human Resources Program Management Office (PMO), Project Manager role is responsible for establishing and ensuring project governance, efficiency and alignment with business objectives through standardized processes. This position has a broad scope across Human Resources; and responsible for leading the design, delivery and execution of PMO/Project Management tools, practices and methodology. The Project Manager serves as the projects "control tower" ensuring standardized delivery and approach of prioritized and planned HR initiatives across HR Operations, Systems and Service Delivery areas. These duties involve working together with the HR leadership and HR practice area teams to ensure streamlined delivery of major HR programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

Portfolio Management, Planning & Execution-50%
  • Prioritization: Assist in, supports and evaluates proposed HR projects against organizational objectives, resource capacity and timing in close coordination with Director, HR Systems and HR partners.
  • Road mapping: Maintains the multi-year HR road map with guidance and direction from Director, HR Systems and VP, HR Operations leadership.
  • Applies working knowledge and experience of PMO and project management methodologies, tools and frameworks, including concepts around enabling technology and processes.
  • Defines project charters, objectives, deliverables and boundaries with HR leaders and teams.
  • Develops detailed work breakdown structures (WBS).
  • Program Tracking: Measures project outcomes against anticipated organizational objectives and key HR and business metrics.
  • Represents HR Operations & HRIS, partnering with all HR practice areas, Information Systems and other functions as necessary regarding projects and project prioritization.
Leadership & Accountability-25%
  • Establishes an environment of accountability with individuals and teams through the use of standard PMO processes and strong organizational leadership skills.
  • Adapts to a dynamic environment, rallies staff and teams to accomplish pressing priorities.
  • Drives accountability on project teams, setting expectations related to team resource allocation, critical objectives and individual's role on project.
Communications, Collaboration & Engagement-25%
  • Facilitates clear communications of critical PMO-focused project status across cross-functional teams
  • Operates with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Partners closely with the HRIS Team Lead on project prioritization, solution design, and delivery of HRIS roadmap initiatives.
  • Engages with HR, Finance, IT, and operational stakeholders to gather requirements, translate them into technical designs, and validate solutions.
  • Supports the HRIS team in learning and adopting PMO and project management methods that become the standard for managing work and establishing projects.
  • Represents HRIS in cross-functional meetings, project work streams, and technology governance forums where relevant to project-base work.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:
  • Education:
    • Bachelor's Degree in any of the following areas: Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field.
  • Experience:
    • 7+ years of hands-on experience, including at least two full lifecycle implementations of technical or non-technical deployments or business transformations.
    • Demonstrated experience with Jira, Agile/Scrum delivery and standard project management methodologies
    • Cross-functional, enterprise experience and understanding of business process touch-points related to people, process and technology.

Education and/or Experience Preferred:
  • Education:
    • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may substitute for degree requirements along with Project Management Institute Certification.
  • Experience:
    • Healthcare or Higher Education experience.
    • Direct experience leading transformation and/or technology implementations or software migrations (e.g., Workday, Oracle Fusion).
    • Experience with supplemental BI/analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik) as a complement to reporting skills.

License and/or Certification Required:
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM®).

License and/or Certification Preferred:
  • Professional certifications such as PMP, CAPM, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Smartsheet.
  • Microsoft Excel.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for collaboration, analysis, modeling, e.g., Claude, Chat GPT, Gemini.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Professional executive-level presentation and communication skills.
  • Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
  • Effective time and task management.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Collaborative team player with a service mindset.
  • Proactive learner, stays current with practices.


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Join Connecticut Children's dynamic team to contribute to a mission-driven environment where the health and well-being of children come first. The company stands at the forefront of pediatric healthcare, combining clinical expertise with compassionate care. Professionals at Connecticut Children's lead the way in pediatric medicine, not only by providing exceptional care but also by advancing the field through research and innovation. The team's dedication to growth and learning ensures that every member has the opportunity to expand their skills and advance their career.

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Commitment to Diversity and Professional Development

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Employees at Connecticut Children's enjoy a supportive culture that values work-life balance, along with a competitive benefits package that supports both personal and professional growth. The company's culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of children.

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