MITA (Medicaid IT Architecture) Consultant

Sacramento, CA, United States

Overview About Public Consulting Group

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states,and clients in six Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com.

Responsibilities Specific Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight and technical expertise on large-scale IT projects • Provide technical oversight of applicable vendor and/or client processes, methodologies, and tools to minimize risk and validate the applicable requirements, standards and best practices are being followed on the project. • Lead technical reviews and assessments of vendor and/or client tasks, deliverables, and work products, including providing recommendations for risk mitigation and acceptance. • Monitor the technical aspects of the project and the vendor and/or client activities providing input and guidance that supports efficiencies to the client and project. • Support the client and stakeholders in the planning and strategy discussions on the best approach for addressing risks and issues as they occur, in an effort to ensure that the project remains on schedule and within budget. • Understand various software development life cycle methodologies and how they are used • Participate in business development by identifying new opportunities and assisting with proposal development

Qualifications Required Skills/Experience

• Experience with Medicaid Infrastructure Technology Architecture (MITA) • 5+ years of overall IT industry experience • 5+ years of experience performing project oversight and assessment for large enterprise grade information technology systems • 5+ years of experience aligning IT systems with organizational business processes. At least three (3) years of that experience must have been in a lead capacity • 4+ years of experience performing technical project management, oversight, and reporting for a large-scale information technology initiative • 4+ years of experience performing within an IT Project Lifecycle (i.e., Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile/SCRUM) for a large-scale information technology initiative • 3+ years of experience utilizing, establishing, documenting and improving upon enterprise governance processes within a large organization

Desired Skills/Experience • Experience with Federal Certification guidelines and processes, such as Outcomes Based Certification (OBC) and Streamlined Modified Certification (SMC) • IV&V experience • Agile methodology experience

• Ability to understand both the service delivery system for programs which are administered by statesand monitored by federal regulators.• Ability to understand and be an expert in complex federal regulations and requirements.• Strong Microsoft Office applications skills, especially data analytics (i.e. ACCESS, SQL, SPSS)• Ability to use sound judgment in completing tasks and to seek guidance when needed.• Attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets with accurate results.• Ability to move projects forward within a specific timeline and budget while working at a detailed level.• Commitment to exceptional client service.• Creative problem-solving ability and a consultancy mindset.• Dedication to accomplishing goals and challenges presented by clients and management.• Ability to interact with various levels of management and with clients.• Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity.• Enthusiasm for life-long learning and staying well-informed about current business issues.• Able to follow, critically evaluate, and improve upon current processes.• Excellent business writing skills and ability to make presentations to various audiences.• Ability to recognize issues and identify solutions.

Education: Bachelor’s degree or 5 years’ experience required and Master’s degree (MPA or government focused MBA) preferred

Experience: 5+ years of relevant work experience

This position is remote with travel/onsite requirements. PCG is a remote-friendly organization and is committed to creating a culture where remote work remains a vital part of the company’s success. To be successful in a remote work role at PCG, you must:

be available during your set working hours

have a safe, private, and distraction-free environment in which to complete your work, and

be able to give your full attention to the completion of your PCG job duties

Some travel to the office or elsewhere may be required for team meetings, client meetings, etc.

We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until filled.

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Compensation Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role: $115,000-140,000 and a potential discretionary bonus of up to 15%. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave.

EEO Statement Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.

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