Title: SAP HCM Project Manager
Location: Remote
Length: Long term
Restriction: W2 or C2C

Description:

Interview Type: Either Webcam Interview or In Person *** Very long term project initial PO for 1 year, expect to go for 4+ years *** *** Remote ***

Job Description:

The State is pursuing an HR Digital Transformation initiative to transition from multiple disparate systems to a more modern, integrated solution. The objectives of the HR Digital Transformation project are to procure and implement a system that will enhance the capabilities provided in the current solutions (Cornerstone on Demand Learning Management and Performance Management, PeopleAdmin Position Description Management, NeoGov Recruitment/Applicant Tracking, SAP HR components in the on premise solution, such as Organization Management, Personnel Administration, Time, Benefits, and Reporting).

The candidate will work under the supervision of a contract Program Manager, and will assist in completing the duties and deliverables described below. Candidates are welcome to apply for this requisition, and/or the Program Manager requisition.

The candidate will be responsible for assisting the Program Director, as necessary, in developing short and long term strategies, evaluating and analyzing various software solutions, researching industry best practices, establishing the HR Digital Transformation Program Office, and creating deliverables (business case, status reports, requirements documents, stakeholder communications, etc.)

The selected candidate must possess proven ERP HR consultation experience, guiding enterprise clients toward the purchase of ERP HR solutions that meet needs across large, complex organizations. Government experience highly desired. The candidate must be able to quickly ascertain the clients needs based on capabilities, then assist in developing detailed strategies clearly outlining the required steps, and project timelines necessary to achieve the desired outcomes. The candidate will also be responsible for the creation of large, complex reports for OSHR executive management and state legislative offices/personnel, adhering to strict timelines for completion.

Duties include but are not limited to all the following tasks and/or outcomes:

assist Program Director in establishing the HR Digital Transformation program office
draft the business case for the project
facilitate communication efforts to gain buy in from State Executive Leaders and Legislative bodies
design a comprehensive strategy and identify objectives to achieve an overall successful outcome,
assist in designing a change communication strategy and serve as a champion for the project
develop project timelines necessary to achieve the desired outcomes
ensure the project is in scope, on time and within budget,
determine appropriate staffing resources for the project and deployment of resources,
recommend operations and maintenance resource staffing levels,
centralized, consistent goals and direction for the core project team,
assist with effective program and project change management, communication and training planning and execution
milestones and deliverables are identified, achieved, accurate and in line with the project plan,
project status is regularly, accurately and timely communicated,
solution proposal and resolution of complex issues,
issues and risks are identified early, escalated and resolved,
customer and stakeholder needs and expectations are fulfilled,
ensures the solution meets requirements, regulations, specifications and fulfills its intended purpose,
continuous monitoring and evaluation from inception to completion, and
support the team on the development of the HR RFP(s)
assist in development, review and support facilitation of the evaluation process for the HCM competitive evaluation
Review implementation service provider deliverables to help ensure consistency with SOW and state expectation
Support OSHR Programs as requested and ensure project/program integrations as necessary
Develop documentation in support of OSHR Programs and processes where identified as necessary to understand the As Is and To Be processes and for consideration in communication, training and change management
Support special projects as designated by OSHR specifically as it relates directly or indirectly to the HR Digital Transformation Program

The selected candidate must possess proven experience as follows:

Experienced and successful at project planning, controlling and closing,
Efficient constraint resolution,
Productive agency and executive communication and negotiation skills,
Full lifecycle project oversight,
Staff supervision and training
Project implementation meets intended requirements and specifications,
Project implementation meets operational needs of users and stakeholders

Required Skills:

Project management experience that meets the needs of a large complex entity 7 Years
State Government ERP project management experience
State Government HR business process knowledge
Knowledge of SAP ERP on premise HR Payroll or similar ERP 7 Years
Experience implementing cloud HCM solutions, preferably from at least 2 different vendors 7 Years
Effective stakeholder coordination and consensus building 7 Years