Information Technology Senior Project Manager

Center for Digital Governmtent; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Center for Digital Governmtent seeks a seasoned Project Manager to act as lead for other PMs and manage complex IT initiatives from concept through delivery. This role serves as the main contact for assigned projects and oversees cross-functional teams across design, development, and production.

The incumbent will define requirements, plan lifecycle processes, develop plans and budgets, and guide a county-wide information technology portfolio with a strong emphasis on leadership and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in managing concurrent complex technology and related projects.
• Four or more years of experience in project life cycle methodologies, cost and schedule development and controls; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex OIT projects and programs from design and development to production.
• Define requirements and plan project lifecycle processes; develop project plans, goals, and budgets.
• Identify resources needed; guide project teams comprising cross-functional technical disciplines.
• Lead project teams, assemble responsibilities, and define schedules for implementation.
• Oversee budget responsibilities, including cost-benefit analyses and business case development.

Skills

Project leadership

Budgeting & cost estimation

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

Analytical problem solving

Written communication

Education

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

Job description

Position Description

This position functions as the lead for other Project Managers and manages complex IT projects from concept to delivery.

An employee in this classification is the principal point of contact for assigned projects. The incumbent manages complex OIT projects and programs from design and development to production; defines requirements and plans project life cycle processes; develops project plans, goals, and budgets; identifies resources needed; and, guides project team comprising of cross-functional technical disciplines. Work requires comprehensive understanding of practical knowledge of substantive project management principles, and methods to provide leadership and guidance to other project managers. The incumbent is required to possess knowledge of technical information systems to manage a variety of complex and challenging information technology projects assigned. Work involves conducting analytical studies to identify new technology information and assists in the development of methods and tools to improve project management practices for an effective operation. The complexity of work is characterized by extensive and continuous project planning, analysis, coordination, and direction of the County-wide information technology systems. Work is performed with considerable independence within established policies, regulations, and technical guidelines for use of the Office of Information Technology, and is reviewed by a superior through conferences and reports.

This position implements and utilizes industry-standard project management best practices by working with project sponsors to define project scope and business requirements, develop project cost estimates and business cases for new projects, create project plans, identify resource needs, lead project teams and manage project budgets.

NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK

An employee in this classification is the principal point-of-contact for assigned projects. The incumbent manages complex OIT projects and programs from design and development to production; defines requirements and plans project lifecycle processes; develops project plans, goals, and budgets; identifies resources needed; and, guides project team comprising of cross-functional technical disciplines. Work requires comprehensive understanding of practical knowledge of substantive project management principles, and methods to provide leadership and guidance to other project managers. The incumbent is required to possess knowledge of technical information systems to manage a variety of complex and challenging information technology projects assigned. Work involves conducting analytical studies to identify new technology information and assists in the development of methods and tools to improve project management practices for an effective operation. The complexity of work is characterized by extensive and continuous project planning, analysis, coordination, and direction of the County-wide information technology systems. Work is performed with considerable independence within established policies, regulations, and technical guidelines for use of the Office of Information Technology, and is reviewed by a superior through conferences and reports.

Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Manage complex OIT projects and programs from design and development to production.
• Define requirements and plan project lifecycle processes and provides technical and analytical guidance to the project team.
• Assembles and coordinates project team members; assigns individual responsibilities and defines schedule for project and program implementation.
• This position will also have budget responsibility for a project, including cost-benefit analysis and building a business case.
• Create strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning. Plans and oversees the preparation and dissemination of project schedule, project deliverables, goals and milestones.
• Directs and oversees project team, produces project reports and manages conflicts within groups.
• Develops and maintains technical and project documentation and performs team assessments and evaluations.
• Develop Request for Proposals (RFP) for external services and products.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, organizational, presentation, and customer services skills. Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of project management, planning, developing, managing and implementing an information technology project.
• Thorough knowledge of evaluating principles, methods, and tools to organize work, set priorities and determine resource requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of management methodologies for contracting or procurement, RFP development and contract negotiation and administration.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in cross-functional project management methods and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.
• Considerable knowledge of risk management methods and tools used for risk assessment and mitigation of risk.
• Skill in project management and technical planning of information technology projects.
• Skill in application and system programming, operation of computers and network/communications technology and concepts.
• Skill in effective written communication, working in groups, and meeting facilitation.
• Ability to apply strong project management skills and methodologies as lead project manager.
• Ability to develop and implement new programs to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Ability to enforce and interpret technical standards in accordance with information technology activities.
• Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise the work of technical personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain working relationships with county officials, employees, contractors, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Two (2) or more years of experience in managing concurrent complex technology and related projects. Four (4) or more years of experience in project life cycle methodologies, cost and schedule development and controls; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.

Supplemental Qualifications

• Four (4) or more years' work experience in the knowledge of the principles and practices of project management, including project planning, developing project cost estimates, leading project teams and implementing information technology projects.
• Strong understanding of and technical experience working with IT operations including applications, databases, networks, servers, telecommunications and end-user workstations.
• Prior work experience supervising IT staff
• Two or more years of experience implementing cyber security projects within an information technology operation
• Prior IT experience working in the public sector.
• Medical/Health Insurance Plans
• BlueChoice Advantage EPO
• BlueChoice Advantage PPO
• Dental Insurance
• CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
• CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
• CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
• Vision Insurance
• EyeMed
• Employee Life Insurance
• Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
• Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
• Disability Income Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
• Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Holidays
• Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year
• Annual Leave
• Less than 3 years - 13 days
• 3 to less than 15 years - 20 days
• 15 years or more - 26 days
• Disability Leave
• Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
• Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
• Leave Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Health Care Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits
• Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
• Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
• United Legal Benefits