1-20- Program Manager

Focused HR Solutions; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consulting firm is seeking a remote Program Manager with at least 7 years of IT project management experience. This role involves providing strategic leadership, managing multi-agency programs, and ensuring alignment with stakeholder objectives. Candidates should have proven abilities in risk management, project planning, budget responsibility, and the use of project management tools like Azure DevOps and Jira. A bachelor's degree is required, and certifications such as PMP are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing large-scale IT programs.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the multi-agency program.
• Develop comprehensive project plans and oversee deliverables.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Optimize resource allocation across projects.
• Support fiscal responsibility throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Program Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Project Planning and Execution

Risk Management

Resource Allocation

Budget Responsibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office 365

Google Workspace

Job description

100% remote must be local to Arizona.

Our direct client has an opening for a Program Manager 1302.

Please send us your rate and resume.

This position is up to 2 years with the option of extension. The client is in Phoenix, AZ.

Please send us your rate and resume.

W2 only for this client.

05/27/2026

Skills Required Key Responsibilities Program Leadership:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the multi-agency program, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and stakeholder priorities. Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across participating agencies and partners, effectively managing expectations and resolving conflicts as they arise.
• Project Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and milestones, overseeing the execution of tasks and deliverables across multiple teams, external and internal.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and dependencies within the program, implementing mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize disruptions and ensure timely delivery.
• Resource Allocation: Optimize resource allocation across projects, balancing competing priorities and constraints to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Budget Responsibility: Support ADOR Budget Director in ensuring fiscal responsibility throughout the project lifecycle.

Quality Assurance:

• Establish quality standards and metrics to assess the performance and outcomes of program activities, implementing continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
• Communication and Reporting: Facilitate transparent communication and reporting mechanisms to keep stakeholders informed of program progress, milestones, and challenges.
• Team Development: Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture, providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to program staff. Metrics and Measurement: Identify and use appropriate metrics and KPIs to effectively track project/program success.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and standards governing IT programs, maintaining adherence to established governance frameworks.
• Drive project decision-making to the right level of the organization (Lean).
• Ensure that significant issues are elevated to executives for resolution while keeping day-to-day decisions at the functional level to keep the project moving forward.

Skills Preferred:

• Experience Required Proven experience (minimum 7 years) managing large-scale IT programs & projects, preferably in a multi-agency or government setting.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace). Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams and stakeholders that span company leadership, peers, contract personnel, other agencies, partner companies, and vendors.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk management, budgeting, and resource allocation within complex project environments. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. PMP, PgMP, or similar certifications are preferred.
• Experience working with diverse teams and fostering inclusivity and collaboration in a multicultural environment. Fluency in reading, writing and speaking English.

Experience Preferred:

• Education Required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred).

Education Preferred:

• Additional Information Level - 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card is required. 7-Year background check is required.
• This resource must reside in Arizona. If you are a seasoned IT Program Manager with a passion for tackling complex challenges and driving meaningful change, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our dynamic team. Together, we will shape the future of collaboration and innovation in the digital era.