Senior Project Manager

California Mental Health Services Authority

. Lead initiatives and coach and advise leaders on strategy and organizational workflow alignment .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $147,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including the development and implementation of strategies aligned with organizational goals, while ensuring compliance with budget and timeline constraints. Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively manage stakeholder relationships and project documentation.

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Project ManagementMedi-Cal Behavioral Health ExperiencePMP CertificationOrganizational DesignProject Management Software Tools

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Hard Skills

Project Management FundamentalsBudgeting and AnalysisSQLDatabase OperationsSoftware Development Life CycleChange Techniques and MethodologiesResource AllocationScope ManagementPerformance TrackingMathematical Operations

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDetail-OrientedOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

CRMMicrosoft ProductsOracle ProductsCisco ProductsProject Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationScrum Master Certification

Industry Keywords

CalMHSA GoalsCounty GovernmentConfidentialityBehavioral Health InformationStakeholder Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

OraclePMPSDLCSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead initiatives and coach and advise leaders on strategy and organizational workflow alignment
Develop, implement, and monitor strategies and tactics addressing CalMHSA goals
Manage projects from inception to completion within budget, timeline, scope, and required standards
Develop comprehensive project plans aligning member requirements with company initiatives
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on assigned projects
Coordinate tasks, internal resources, and third-party vendors throughout project phases
Track project performance, schedules, budgets, and scope using project management tools
Create status reports and project communications
Communicate with stakeholders to identify problems, create solutions, and improve efficiency
Develop project scopes and objectives and ensure technical feasibility
Ensure resource availability and allocation
Manage scope, schedule, cost changes, risks, and project performance
Report and escalate issues to management as needed
Manage relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Protect confidential county, employee demographic, and private behavioral health information
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Medi-Cal behavioral health experience, preferably in County Government
Bachelor’s degree and business and eight (8) years of qualifying progressive Project Management experience, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience
PMP or Scrum Master certification is a plus
Background in business skills, management, budgeting and analysis
Proven working experience in project management
Experience with organizational design, alignment and change techniques and methodologies
Thorough understanding of project management fundamentals
Experience with databases, networks, operating systems, platforms, and software development life cycle
Familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Resourceful, detail-oriented and organized
Confidentiality and integrity focused
Exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Legally able to work in the USA without sponsorship
Must be willing to travel/commute when necessary
Ability to manage computer software, hardware and networks effectively
Versed in CRM, Microsoft, Oracle, and Cisco products
Familiar with SQL and database operations
Ability to read, comprehend, and respond appropriately in written or verbal form
Ability to perform basic mathematical operations
Excellent analytical and research skills
Ability to work with little or no supervision
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds
Ability to drive a motor vehicle on public roads and highways