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Detailed Job Description:

Leads all efforts relating to testing and/ or coordination of release control efforts. Plans and reviews test models for product test and release control (plans, data, and scripts). Plans product test with Functional Team Leads, team members, and the Project Manager. Acts as primary point of contact for testing facilitators, executors, and validators. Defines test plans and criteria for acceptance. Coordinates the development, updating, and maintenance of testing standards and procedures. Approves Entry/Exit criteria to be used. Manages and directs the Test Teams tasks and processes by balancing team capacity and schedule. Directs work planning and the development of accurate estimates for Test Team activities as required. Ensures that test design remains within project scope. Communicates accurate and useful status reports to Group Lead and other management on a timely basis. Develops options and recommendations to assist Test Team members in resolving issues. Communicates effectively with customers and software / hardware suppliers supporting the State as appropriate. Conducts post project reviews and quality assessments. Defines testing quality standards as needed. Ensures that defined processes are followed. Leads efforts in developing and facilitating implementation of the Test Team goals and metrics. Reviews and understands the Test Teamwork plan Assists in managing and directing Test Team processes Anticipates, identifies, tracks, and resolves issues and risks affecting own work and work of the Test and/or Application Teams. Develop contingency plans as necessary Research problems before approaching the Team Lead or Test Team Lead for assistance. Assists or guide Testers as needed. Develops understanding of system business requirements supported by the Test team Assists Application Teams to plan and execute component and assembly tests. Participates in assembly or product test execution as required.

Years of Relevant Experience:

5 plus years, and at least 1 - year project management experience Preferred Education: 4-year college degree or equivalent technical study