Project Specialist 4

Responsible for user liaison, system specifications, systems design, analysis, and project control. May also interact with Analysts and Programmers through implementation phases and occasionally assist in programming effort. Provide key link between ultimate user and computing resource. Typically posses twenty twelve or more years experience. Accountable for the approval and sign-off of the program plan with customer representatives, such as portfolio managers, and all affected program stakeholders.? Accountable for management of scope for the program and gaining agreement and approval of scope changes with customer representatives and affected stakeholders.? Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and customer representatives.? Direct work planning and scheduling design work.? Manage, and track the program progress against the program plan.? Serve as the primary point of contact for all program-related issues and resolution of issues.? Coordinate and present proposals to agencies as necessary.? Identify and manage program risk and develops risk mitigation strategies, track to closure.? Ensure team leads adjust and revise estimates when necessary.? Anticipate issues and proactively address them. Resolve conflicts with sensitivity and tact.? Coordinate the establishment of program standards and program specific procedures with team leads.? Responsible for project compliance with standards and procedures.? Responsible for the capture and reporting of required program management metrics.? Responsible to tailor and baseline all program templates.? Develop and facilitate achievement of program service commitments and performance metrics. ? Ensure that tasks provide value and support the strategic direction of the program and meet service commitments; conduct reviews with agencies.? Accountable for the final program management evaluation review with stakeholders for approval upon program completion.? Communicate effectively with customers and software / hardware suppliers supporting the State as appropriate.? Identify and track issues.? Balance workload with program members? capacity.? Communicate to team members how their work assignments relate to and help achieve program objectives.? Plan program specific training and orientation needs. Enable Skills-Based Hiring No Worker Location 0043 | CA-General Office #2Physical Address Worker Will Report Totry { var fgTooltip = new FG.Tooltip({ element: $('#cf_descz1805111338434801949092b'), text: "Please\x20provide\x20conventional\x20address\x20information\x20describing\x20where\x20the\x20individual\x20should\x20report\x20to\x20in\x20order\x20to\x20begin\x20work,\x20such\x20as\x20street\x20number,\x20street\x20name,\x20building\x20information\x20\x28if\x20applicable\x29,\x20city,\x20state,\x20and\x20ZIP."}).initialize();} catch(err) {} Remote positionEngagement Type/Reason New PositionPlease indicate the type of shift. Example: M-F 8-5, M-Th 4/10, etc. M-F 7:30 - 4:30SONGS Worker? NoEducation Requirementtry { var fgTooltip = new FG.Tooltip({ element: $('#cf_descz18021921012594612030912'), text: "Note\x3A\x20Degree\x20or\x20certificate\x20higher\x20than\x20HS\x20Diploma\x20will\x20require\x20verification\x20prior\x20to\x20starting\x20at\x20SCE."}).initialize();} catch(err) {} C. Bachelor's DegreeDay-to-Day Responsibilities/Workload Job Description:Job Description: The Project Specialist is a pivotal role responsible for project cost forecasting, ensuring accuracy and transparency between project efforts. This position is essential for driving successful project outcomes by facilitating communication, managing scope, and contributing to developing and implementing process improvements that enhance project efficiency and outcomes. Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for performing monthly variance reporting, analyzing discrepancies between forecasted and actual expenditures, purchase order and project resource tracking, and providing actionable insights to drive project success.Report on key metrics, manage project templates and facilitate performance improvement initiatives.Lead and control project activities, including program plan approval, scope management, and progress tracking.Coordinate proposals, manage risks, and resolve issues promptly to maintain project momentum.Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, balancing workloads and planning training as necessary. Miscellaneous duties may be assigned as needed to support evolving project requirements and organizational objectives.Education Requirement: Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Minimum Years of Experience: Twelve (12) or more years of experience in project management, project and systems analysis, forecasting, or related roles.Required Skills/Attributes Required Skills/Attributes:Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical and organizational abilities, with attention to detail in compliance and metrics reporting.Ability to facilitate performance, assure value, and manage workload distribution effectively.Desired Skills/Attributes Desired Skills/Attributes:Attention to detail, proactive mindset, flexibility and commitment to delivering quality results.Resource Typetry { var fgTooltip = new FG.Tooltip({ element: $('#cf_descz18042905405780413794901'), text: "If\x20\x22Recruited\x22\x20is\x20selected,\x20suppliers\x20will\x20submit\x20resumes\x20for\x20your\x20selection.\x20\x3Cbr\x3EIf\x20\x22Payrolled\x22\x20is\x20selected,\x20use\x20the\x20\x22Comments\x20to\x20Suppliers\x22\x20box\x20to\x20indicate\x20the\x20name\x20and\x20contact\x20information\x20of\x20the\x20pre\x2Didentified\x20resource."}).initialize();} catch(err) {} PayrolledBackground Check Required? YesBadge Access Required? Yes 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 16.00/hr.