Application Business Project Manager

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 82,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-premium health options

6% retirement match

Life insurance $25,000

Generous leave policies

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

South Dakota State Government is seeking a full-time Application/Business Project Manager to lead complex projects within the BIT. The role collaborates with product owners, stakeholders, and a scrum team to define scope, document requirements, and ensure on-time delivery while balancing budget and quality.

The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years of PM experience, familiarity with SDLC, and proficiency in Microsoft tools (Visio, Power BI). Certifications like PMP or Scrum Master are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience gathering business requirements and leading meetings with employees at all levels.
• Proficient with Microsoft tools such as Visio and Power BI; ServiceNow products experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PMI standards, and SDLC with Agile and Waterfall methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation through completion within scope, budget, and timelines.
• Identify scope, risks, assumptions, and constraints with sponsors and product owners.
• Facilitate meetings, communicate requirements, and mentor team members.
• Maintain processes for monitoring scope, progress, costs, and outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Requirements gathering

Facilitation

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Agile & Waterfall

SDLC knowledge

Mentoring/Training

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Visio

Power BI

ServiceNow (PPM/ITSM/CM/Reporting)

SharePoint

Job description

Location: Statewide within the State of South Dakota

Salary: $82,246.32-$123,359.04 Annual Salary, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: IT8

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Contract Type: Full-Time 40 Hour Weekly position

The Bureau of Information and Technology (BIT) is seeking a full-time, permanent Application/Business Project Manager. For more information on BIT, please visit https://www.sd.gov/bit .

If you are highly motivated, enjoy technology, and looking to build a career, we want you to join our team! The Bureau of Information and Technology is seeking a full-time, permanent Application/Business Project Manager. Under general supervision, the successful candidate applies depth of knowledge and skill in complex and varied work situations with limited need for direction. Application/Business Project Managers consult with product owners, subject matter experts, technical staff, scrum teams, and stakeholders to identify, define, interpret, integrate, and document business needs and objectives, current operational procedures. This role will work with project sponsor and product owners to identify and document scope, assumptions, constraints, and risks. Candidate must be familiar with both agile and waterfall methodologies, project management methodologies, and act as a buffer between the project team and sponsor/product owner to maintain a safe working environment for the team by helping with conflict resolution.

Benefits of working for the State of South Dakota include:

• multiple health plan options, including a $0 employee premium option;
• 6% fully matched retirement plan. Includes long term disability and family survivor benefits;
• $25,000 paid life insurance;
• generous leave policies;
• stable industry sector;
• flexible work schedule, providing the ability to maintain a great work/life balance.

Licenses and Certifications:

Project Management Professional Certification (PMP), Certified Scrum Master, or related Certifications are preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

have 5-7 years of project management experience and a proven ability to successfully deliver projects on time, within budget, and with a focus on client satisfaction. A bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience is preferred, along with demonstrated experience gathering business requirements, facilitating meetings and discussions with employees at all levels, and working within the software development life cycle (SDLC). Candidates should be proficient with Microsoft tools such as Visio and Power BI and have experience with ServiceNow products, including PPM, ITSM, CM, and Reporting. Additional experience with quality inspections and auditing, vendor implementations, Statements of Work and contracts, Quality Assurance, User Acceptance Testing, and mentoring or training others will be valuable.

Knowledge of:

• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Scrum methodology, and Agile principles.
• Project management and business analysis standards, practices, and methodologies, including Project Management Institute (PMI) and business analysis principles.
• Computer platforms, operating systems, protocols, and fundamental computer science concepts.
• Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Power BI.
• Organizational goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and quality assurance practices.
• Project management concepts, including scope, budget, timelines, resources, deliverables, and risk management.

Skills in:

• Project planning, organization, and coordination.
• Gathering, analyzing, and communicating business and technical requirements.
• Written, oral, and interpersonal communication, including the ability to communicate technical concepts in clear, user-friendly language.
• Customer service and building effective working relationships with internal and external customers at all organizational levels.
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, and developing alternatives or contingency plans.
• Facilitating meetings, leading discussions, and presenting information to individuals and groups of varying sizes.
• Leading and collaborating effectively in a team-oriented environment, including demonstrating servant leadership and modeling positive behaviors.
• Managing competing priorities and maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adapting to changing priorities, circumstances, and organizational needs.

Ability to:

• Lead projects from initiation through successful completion while managing scope, budget, timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Establish and maintain processes to monitor project scope, progress, costs, and outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.

Identify, assess, communicate, and mitigate project risks; elevate issues through appropriate management channels when necessary.

Monitor project resource needs and make recommendations to optimize efficiency and project outcomes.

Develop, implement, and maintain functional policies, procedures, and quality assurance best practices.

Prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.

Foster a collaborative environment and support the development of team members through mentoring, guidance, and knowledge sharing.

Demonstrate initiative, self direction and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'

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