Director II – Technology Delivery

Anticipated End Date: Position Title:Director II – Technology DeliveryJob Description:Director II – Technology DeliveryLocation: This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by lawA proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, CarelonRx (formerly IngenioRx) leverages the power of new technologies and a strong, clinical-first lens, to deliver member-centered, lasting pharmacy care.The Director II Technology Delivery is responsible for leading and managing the direction of information system and programming activities. Will lead the technology program management team reporting directly to the CIO of CarelonRx.  This position is responsible for strategizing new initiatives and leading a high-performing Program Delivery team while upholding exceptional professionalism and customer service standards. Will collaborate with peers from the Elevance Health enterprise, business leaders, and other engineering disciplines, to ensure alignment of key business goals.How You Will Make an Impact•    Lead and support the needs of strategic roadmap and Blueprint activity.•    Responsible for creating roadmap documents, portfolio & process documents, Agile Development methodology and governance documents.•    Responsible for assisting with client and project engagements to document technical requirements for database, applications, integration, infrastructure, etc.•    Create and manage project plans, dependencies, and budgets through the entire project lifecycle.•    Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and facilitate conflict resolutions to drive projects to completion on time, within scope and budget.•    Remove roadblocks and make strategic and day-to-day decisions to move projects forward.•    Track the project portfolio while ensuring it continues to support the business strategy.•    Communicate initiatives effectively with internal project stakeholders and external customers at all levels.•    Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, and evaluate performance of direct reports.Minimum RequirementsRequires an BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study and a minimum of 8 years of IT management experience, experience in function/area being managed, experience managing multiple tasks and projects; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent backgroundPreferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences •    8 Years of experience in leading Project/ Portfolio Management and Tech Delivery in Healthcare Environment is preferred.•    3+ Years of experience in M&A Integration activities is preferred.  •    Familiarity with security, audit and privacy standards, e.g., HIPAA, SOC, HITRUST and URAC are preferred.•    Demonstrated ability to interface effectively and collaborate with business stakeholders, clients, peers, and SLT to develop solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in is preferred.•    Very strong experience in Agile Project Management, tools, techniques and methodologies is preferred. •    Previous experience with Specialty/Mail Order Pharmacy and Pharmacy Benefit Management is preferred.•    Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines is preferred.•    Excellent leadership and team management skills are preferred.•    Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills is preferred.•    Knowledge of IT governance frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements related to IT project management is preferred.•    Exceptional delivery management skills, including the ability to set priorities, allocate resources, and manage project budgets and timelines is preferred.•    Proven ability to manage and mentor project managers and project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement is preferred.•    Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving organizational change and delivering business value through IT initiatives is preferred.•    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines is preferred.Job Level:DirectorWorkshift:Job Family:IFT > IT Tech StrategyPlease be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.Who We AreElevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.How We WorkAt Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.