Application Program Manager

JOB TITLE: Application Program Manager Scope of Services - Develop understanding of the business environment and use that understanding to make informed decisions and drive results. - Define program goals and objectives for LADOTD modernization. - Develop project plans and schedules, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets. - Lead cross-functional teams to deliver programs and projects on time and within budget. - Manage risks and communicate project status. - Ensure compliance with LADOTD and State standards. - Provide day-to-day support for ongoing processes. - Conduct ongoing evaluation and improvements for processes, providing data analysis support for the agency’s workload demands. - Manage risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies as needed. - Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders, including senior management. - Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to ensure program and project goals are met. - Ensure compliance with program management processes and standards. - Provide ongoing evaluation and improvements for program management processes and practices. - Provide day-to-day support for ongoing processes. Mandatory Expertise / Experience - Ten (10)+ years of experience in: - Program or project management, preferably application development - IT strategy, infrastructure design, and operational support for multi-site organizations - Business continuity planning and application migration - Application and process modernization - Strong understanding of data management principles and practices - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience presenting to senior management and stakeholders. - Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions. - Experience with Agile development methodologies. Desirable Expertise / Experience - Experience with change management and process improvement methodologies. - Familiarity with cloud platforms and data management technologies. Notes - Lumen and / or its clients will not provide equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) to the selected contractor. The contractor must have their own equipment. - Access to a virtual desktop set up (software) will be provided by Lumen’s client, allowing the user access to the required systems and technology. - Lumen Solutions Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.