Pedigo Staffing Services · 2 hours ago
Program Manager with Artificial Intelligence exp, HHSC, Austin
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expPedigo Staffing Services is seeking an AI Program Manager to work with the Chief Operating Officer at the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. The role focuses on leading modernization initiatives, driving collaboration across divisions, and integrating AI tools to enhance operational efficiency and project execution.
Human Resources
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead Modernization Initiatives
Design and implement projects that simplify and automate complex tasks in PCS and SSS
Integrate AI and automation tools to improve efficiency and accuracy
Drive Collaboration and Consensus
Facilitate cross-division communication and decision-making
Build trust and alignment among stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation
Create a Nudge Environment
Use behavioral strategies to encourage adoption of new processes
Promote continuous improvement and accountability across teams
Ensure Consistent Project Planning
Develop clear, actionable project plans with measurable milestones
Monitor progress and adjust strategies to meet deadlines and quality standards
Measure Success and Quality
Track key metrics such as stakeholder satisfaction, cycle time reduction, and compliance
Report outcomes to leadership and recommend improvements
Qualification
Required
Proven experience managing complex projects in large organizations
Strong skills in consensus building, stakeholder engagement, and change management
Familiarity with AI, automation tools, and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Six Sigma)
Ability to work across multiple divisions and manage competing priorities
8 years - Required, Experience with AI, automation tools, and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Six Sigma)
8 years - Required, At least eight (8) years information technology (IT) program management experience
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Experience in developing clear, concise project documentation
8 years - Required, Successful management of complex projects with a multi-year budget of $10 million or more
8 years - Required, Experience with Microsoft Project, Office, and Visio
8 years - Required, Experience with managing multiple competing priorities, conflict management, and facilitation
8 years - Required, Strong command of PMO standards, stage-gate reviews, and executive reporting
8 years - Required, Ability to translate organizational strategy into actionable program plans
8 years - Required, Skilled in presenting complex technical concepts in business-focused language
Preferred
5 years - Preferred, Proven ability to communicate with senior leaders and executives
5 years - Preferred, Strong negotiation and influence skills across IT, business, and external partners
5 years - Preferred, Comfortable operating in ambiguous or fast-changing environments
5 years - Preferred, Strong data-driven reporting and KPI development
5 years - Preferred, Experience creating dashboards for executive consumption and with dashboard tools, such as PowerBI or Tableau
5 years - Preferred, Experience supporting C-suite or executive sponsors
Company
Pedigo Staffing Services
Pedigo Staffing Services pursues top quality clientele that is exemplary at serving the community and the people that are employed with them.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Debbie Pedigo
CEO, Staffing Consultant
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