INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROJECT MANAGER - 40010500

Durham County Government; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government in Durham, NC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to run IT project lifecycles from initiation to closure. You will lead cross-functional teams, align scope with business goals, and report progress to leadership, ensuring successful outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and at least four years of IT project experience; PMI certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline.
• Four (4) years of information technology, business applications or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and manages project development from conceptual development through completion; identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path.
• Guides project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders; develops best practices and tools for project execution and management.
• Performs technical tasks regarding software or hardware when needed.
• Manages project vendors and vendor contracts.
• Participates in meetings, technical planning, recommendation of hardware and software solutions, research of potential solutions and discussions with vendors to meet business needs.
• Communicates with leadership and staff about departmental needs, changes and goals. Provides technical consultation, support, and training to assigned areas as needed.
• Utilizes project management software to include MS Project Management, MS Visio, Project Control Books, and other tools to manage projects and facilitate meetings and work sessions.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline

Job description

Join Durham County Government

Durham County Government is home to over 2,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver essential services that strengthen and support our vibrant, diverse community. As the heart of a fast-growing region, we offer meaningful careers across a wide range of fields—giving you the opportunity to make a real impact where you live, work, grow, and play. Learn more at www.dconc.gov.

This is a repost. All applicants are still being considered.

Department

Information Services & Technology

Date Posted

August 05, 2026

Closing Date

August 19, 2026

Hiring Range

$76,422 - $103,124

Position Number

40010500

Job Type

Full-Time, 37.5 hrs/week, Exempt

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to manage projects from project request to project closure; which may include project consultations, project reporting and business relationship management. This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Facilitates and manages project development from conceptual development through completion; identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path.
• Guides project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders; develops best practices and tools for project execution and management.
• Performs technical tasks regarding software or hardware when needed.
• Manages project vendors and vendor contracts.
• Participates in meetings, technical planning, recommendation of hardware and software solutions, research of potential solutions and discussions with vendors to meet business needs.
• Communicates with leadership and staff about departmental needs, changes and goals. Provides technical consultation, support, and training to assigned areas as needed.
• Utilizes project management software to include MS Project Management, MS Visio, Project Control Books, and other tools to manage projects and facilitate meetings and work sessions.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline.
• Four (4) years of information technology, business applications or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Special Certifications And Licences Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional Certification, preferred.

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Durham County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Background Check Statement

This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law.