> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1880661-nc-dhhs-it-project-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1880661-nc-dhhs-it-project-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # NC DHHS IT Project Manager - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Technology - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/nc-dhhs-it-project-manager-raleigh-nc--db31d6b9-cbae-4cf1-b8fd-abe002d5077a ## About the Role An experienced IT Project Manager with in-depth knowledge of public health is sought to lead a large-scale IT project. This management role involves working with multiple internal and external stakeholders, project teams, and vendors to develop and implement a new IT solution. The position requires interaction with all staff levels, including executive leadership, business executives, and IT personnel to execute project requirements and manage stakeholder expectations., The selected candidate must be a results-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and must be able to demonstrate excellent leadership, negotiation, time management, facilitation, and organizational skills. Additional qualifications include, * Proven experience in the management of a portfolio of multiple projects at different stages of development. * Demonstrated experience working effectively with all levels of staff, clients, and other IT personnel. * Experience in acquiring and utilizing necessary resources and skills within agreed parameters of cost, timeframes, and quality for a program. * Experience in proposing and leading strategic initiatives. Skills: * Ability to communicate effectively, tailoring messages to the audience and their needs. * Excellent written communication and presentation skills. * Ability to identify and plan systematic corrective action to reduce errors and improve quality by examining root causes. * Demonstrated ability to provide advice and leadership in improving the quality of IT projects. * Ability to build, influence, lead, and motivate effective teams towards end results. Preferred Qualifications * PMP/PgMP Certification. * Agile (PMI-ACP) Certification. * Experience managing or supervising programs involving legacy system replacement projects. * Experience collaborating with State and Local Government. * Experience in complex, cross-functional team environments., Agile Programming Methodologies, Budget Management, Business Case, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Construction, Corrective Action, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Establish Priorities, Funding, Genetics, Information Technology & Information Systems, Investment Management, Leadership, Legal, Local Government, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Project/Program Management, Public Health, Quality Management, Resource Management, Risk Management, State Government, Statement of Work (SOW), Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Writing Skills ## Description * Work with the project sponsor and Project Portfolio Managers (PPMs) to identify and prioritize initiatives. * Collaborate with Project Portfolio Management to develop and manage divisional roadmaps. * Develop Business Cases and Cost-Benefit analyses for prioritized initiatives. * Manage and obtain necessary approvals for initiating projects. * Participate in the construction of Statements of Work. * Manage vendor onboarding and relationships. * Establish and implement a program governance model. * Identify key requirements from cross-functional teams and vendors. * Manage budget and funding channels for productivity. * Track, maintain, and present program details, progress, status, and risks to management. * Maintain clear and effective communication with all project stakeholders. * Manage resource allocations and expectations. * Collaborate with the State DIT to ensure program compliance with the State IT Roadmap and security requirements. * Present program status in committee and executive meetings. ## Related Videos - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [SRE Methods In an Agency Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/348-sre-methods-in-an-agency-environment) - [Microservices? 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