Senior Project Manager

GDC IT Solutions is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to work in a part-time, hybrid capacity—up to 20 hours per week, with 2 days on-site at the Ohio Department of Health in Columbus, Ohio. This position requires candidates to be located within commuting distance of Columbus and offers the opportunity to lead vital records modernization projects in collaboration with local and state public health entities.

Position Overview

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating large-scale public health and vital statistics projects. You will work closely with IT and business teams to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of project milestones, provide strategic leadership across workstreams, and serve as a key liaison between executive stakeholders, local health departments, and vendors.

• Lead and manage large-scale projects involving both IT and business stakeholders, with a focus on public health and vital records systems.

• Oversee project workstreams, including planning, execution, and delivery of technical and business-related tasks.

• Serve as the primary liaison for executive leadership, providing high-level project updates, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.

• Ensure clear communication and coordination between Ohio’s Local Health Departments and the State regarding birth and death certificate services.

• Manage vendor relationships and performance to ensure deliverables meet project standards and timelines.

• Use project management best practices to track progress, mitigate risks, and ensure quality outcomes.

• Coordinate integration and data exchange using APIs, particularly with Mulesoft and the Innovate Ohio Platform (IOP).

• Work with the Innovation Ohio Platform (IOP) to manage public health data exchange and system integration with state agencies.

• Experience managing large IT and business projects across complex organizations.

• Direct experience working with a government Vital Statistics department, with familiarity in vital records processes and systems.

• Deep understanding of Ohio Local Health Departments’ role in issuing vital records (birth and death certificates).

• Experience managing public health data exchange via the Innovation Ohio Platform (IOP).

• Strong communication and leadership skills, especially in managing executive stakeholder relationships.

• Proficiency in project management methodologies, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and reporting.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with Mulesoft or similar APIs for public sector data integration.

• Familiarity with Ohio public health IT applications and legacy system modernization.

• PMP or other relevant project management certification.

• Prior consulting or leadership roles on part-time or hybrid public sector initiatives.

What We Do:

Working for GDC means you will be at the forefront of the technological world. We are a full-service staffing and Information Technology service company striving to make a difference in our communities by finding, developing, and deploying solutions.

Why Work for GDC?

• Cutting Edge Technology and Innovation

• Career Growth Opportunities

• Employee-Centric Environment

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Holiday and Vacation

Equal Opportunity Workplace:

GDC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all diverse backgrounds to apply. Our goal as an organization is to empower our teams to achieve their personal best and foster their professional growth regardless of race, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, physical ability or disability, or veteran status.

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