• Inventorying and assessing existing services and innovation efforts.
• Identifying challenges to business operations and potential solutions of varying ambition.
• Consulting leadership on options that not only satisfy the demands of the business but may invest in future capabilities.
• As Director of the Project Management Office, engaging the Project Management Office resources to execute across multiple projects a lifecycle that values the voice of the customer, change management, iterative outcomes, and systems thinking, through a thoughtfully defined process.
• Setting budgets and managing project resources including business subject matter experts, vendors, and up to executive leadership.
• Developing new and strengthening existing partnerships with State agencies, local institutions, vendors, and others to expand our pool of knowledge and available resources.
• Aiding the Deputy Commissioner of Shared Services in developing an environment that values innovation, good governance, and creative thinking.
• Provide thought leadership in resolving issues and mitigating risks to ensure that programs and projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specifications - Use best practices and standard project delivery methodology - Coordinate cross-functional delivery teams and effectively manage resource plans to balance workload - Communicate effectively with leadership, stakeholders, and delivery teams.
• Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
Travel may be required (approximately 10%) depending on assignment.
Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.