Director Application Development

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Director Application Development

The Director of Application Development is responsible for setting and leading the vision for the strategic development, implementation, and management of the solution delivery unit in alignment with organizational strategy. This position directs the planning, delivery and operation of IT systems and solutions that meet business goals and objectives by optimizing processes and creating efficiencies for short-term and long-term objectives. Also, this position is responsible for overseeing succession planning, training and development, budgeting approval for unit allocation and adherence, and directs the overall leadership direction, standards, and exceptional deliverable by effectively leading, mentoring, guiding, and providing direction in unit to execute the overall solution delivery strategy.

• Directs, leads and oversees staff in accomplishing work objectives within the unit(s). Coaches, motivates, rewards and recognizes subordinates. Sets clear goals, objectives and performance expectations and holds employees accountable for achieving results.
• Develops strategies and business plans by exploring and systematically evaluating opportunities with the greatest potential for efficiency while leveraging automation and innovation to support business needs and objectives; ensures successful preparation and execution of business plans through effective planning, organizing, and on-going evaluation processes.
• Initiates and leads the change process to ensure the execution from start to finish occurs smoothly and resolves any concerns that may arise to guarantee completion in a timely manner. Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards and methodologies to measure results to ensure highest quality in deliverables occurs.
• Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions, develops and evaluates alternatives and solutions, solves problems, and chooses a course of action to ensure best solutions are delivered in a prompt manner and with successful resolution.
• Oversees technical architectures, capacity and automation plans, and creates comprehensive plans for prioritizing software enhancements. Ensures guidelines and best practices are followed and appropriate security certifications of products are completed within defined timelines.
• Collaborates with business leaders, security and other stakeholders to plan and execute against a broad array of business and product needs. Interfaces with senior to mid-level management and subject matter experts across all disciplines and functional areas on the selection, prioritization and balancing of the business initiatives to ensure alignment with strategic goals and organizational priorities; taking into account the overlapping needs for related information in other disciplines.
• Oversees area(s) budget management activities including annual budget preparation, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, plus initiating corrective action and capacity planning to ensure budget adherence for effectiveness and alignment with the organization's short-range and long-range strategies.

• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Business Project Management, Computer Science or related field OR a combination of education and equivalent work experience as determined by HR
• 8 years of technology, solutions-focused project management or related experience, of which includes 5 years of supervisory/staff leadership
• Advanced level of staff leadership, technical/professional knowledge and skills, decision making, analytical thinking, communication, and negotiation skills

• Master's degree in Business Project Management or Computer Science
• 10 years of technology, solutions-focused project management or related experience, of which includes 5 years of supervisory/staff leadership

• Office Environment
• Ability to read, hear, speak, keyboard, reason, communicate effectively and problem solve
• Requires prolonged sitting and telephone use
• Requires the use of office equipment such as computer terminals, telephones, copiers and printers
• Infrequent lifting to 30 pounds
• Infrequent stooping

Every employee is responsible to perform their duties and responsibilities in accordance with Noridian values, policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Segregation of Duties Principles, HIPAA, Security and Privacy, CMS requirements, the Noridian Compliance Program and any other applicable laws, rules and regulations.

This document describes the essential functions, requirements, and responsibilities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Employees may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description and may be required to perform any task requested by the supervisor or management.

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Voluntary Insurance Plans, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k and Company Match, Company-paid Life Insurance, Education Assistance Program, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Increasing PTO Accrual Plan, Medical/Parental/Disability Leave, Workers Compensation, Retiree Benefits, Severance Package, Employee Assistance Program, Financial and Health Wellness Benefits, Casual Dress, Open Office Setting, and Online Learning System.

Some positions require compliance with (i) federal, and agency specific regulations and related clauses included in Noridian's prime contracts with the Government, (ii) background checks, and (iii) eligibility for a government-issued identification card.

An employee in this position may be required to possess a "Federal Identification Card" (Federal ID) as a condition of employment. Federal ID's may include one of the following: Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card, Personal Identity Verification-Interoperable (PIV-I) card, a Local-Based Physical Access Card issued by CMS, or a Local-Based Physical Access Card issued by another Federal agency and approved by CMS. Obtaining a Federal ID and continued eligibility for this position may require the successful completion of a Federal Background Investigation performed by the Federal Government and a residency requirement that you have lived in the United States at least three out of the last five years. Failure to obtain a Federal ID may result in the removal from the position or termination of employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Below is the salary range for potential new hires.

Salary Range: The pay range for this position is $120,436.17 - $197,788.33 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Other Compensation: Incentive Plan & Lifestyle Benefit

This job will be closed 05/27/2025 at 8:00AM CST. No further applications will be considered.