Program Manager, Information Resources

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 14, 2025
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY The program manager is responsible for the Business Administrative Systems (BAS) and portfolio, managing projects directly and managing the staff of BAS project managers. This role requires deep knowledge of PeopleSoft, MyTime, and other Human Resources systems and healthcare business systems applications and the capability of managing multiple highly complex technology projects simultaneously. Requires strong leadership skills and a high EQ and process oriented individual capable of influencing senior leadership and relating to a diverse project team. PeopleSoft implementation or Workday systems implementation experience is required. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and is not eligible for H1B sponsorship. Candidates must reside in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex or be willing to relocate. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 7 years Managing medium size information technology related projects and 10 years Working within a technology project team Equivalent related experience may be used in lieu of degree Preferred Education Master's Degree JOB DUTIES Manage multiple related projects within the project portfolio or assigned areas that are managed toward common strategic business objectives. Supervise constituent Project Managers to monitor cost, schedules, and strategic alignment with business objectives. Liaise with program/project stakeholders and manage customer relationships. Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and key stakeholders. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. Identify and resolve issues within project teams. Oversee project quality and status for all assigned projects. Estimate resources and participants needed to achieve project goals. Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend budgetary changes when necessary. Collaborate with other department managers to obtain required personnel from within the institution. Assess needs for additional staff and/or consultants and take necessary steps to recruit personnel during project cycles. Determine frequency and content of status reports from project teams, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas. Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential issues that may arise with those changes, and develop appropriate contingency plans. Develop and cultivate necessary business relationships vital to the success of the project. Develop best practices and tools for execution and management for multi-armed and related projects. May supervise staff in performance of duties. Perform other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!