IT Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 7)

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Oregon Department of Revenue seeks an IT Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 7) to lead complex IT initiatives from conception through delivery, with hybrid work options in Salem.

Candidates should have strong project leadership, resource planning, budgeting, and risk management skills, plus experience with Azure DevOps/Jira and Project Web App. The role emphasizes coordination across teams and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Six years of information systems experience managing or coordinating IT projects.
• Associate's degree with four years of IT project coordination experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Master's degree may substitute for all of the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT projects from design through implementation, including scope, resources, budgeting, risk and contractor oversight.
• Define scope, plan resources and schedules, track milestones and deliverables.
• Coordinate with ITS project managers and coordinators to optimize resource use and ensure governance.
• Ensure project documentation and progress reports align with Project Management Standards.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in CS/IT or related field

Two-year vocational IT program

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Master's degree may substitute for all requirements

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Project Web App

Job description

Job Description

Initial Posting Date
09/15/2026

Application Deadline
10/04/2026

Agency
Department of Revenue

Salary Range
$6,846 - $10,344

Position Type
Employee

Position Title
IT Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 7)

Why Join Us

Oregon counts on us! Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide us as we serve Oregon taxpayers whose tax dollars support the critical infrastructure of Oregonians' daily lives.

Department of Revenue is recruiting for an IT Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 7) position. We are looking for a talented, detail-oriented individual to join our Information Technologies Division in the Project Management Office. This position is headquartered in our Salem office; however, the successful candidate may be eligible for in-state hybrid work. Hybrid work consists of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working remotely.

In order to be considered for Department of Revenue recruitments, you must reside within the state of Oregon. Current Revenue employees who live outside of Oregon may apply and will be considered.

What You Will Be Doing

• Manages a variety of sizes of IT projects including those with large agency-wide impact, from initial design through implementation, including scope definition, resource planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, change control, and contractor oversight.
• Responsible for scope and resource planning and utilization; activity definition, sequencing, and duration estimating; developing and managing project budgets; team development; managing schedules and timelines; reporting progress; reporting status of deliverables and milestones; coordination and oversight of all project resources, including IT technical staff, agency customers and contract personnel.
• Coordinates with other ITS project managers and coordinators to ensure that project resources are effectively and efficiently used; and, full responsibility for business requirements, scope management, change control, issues logs, testing, risk identification and management, quality assurance, and verification and validation of new systems
• Ensures projects are approved; project documentation is completed along with regular Progress Reports on projects based on the Project Management Standards.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies, builds professional networks, and recommends innovative solutions to support agency and enterprise goals.

To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email [e-mail].

For any additional questions please contact (Carlene Johnson @ [e-mail])

This Is What You Need To Qualify

• Six (6) years of information systems experience in:

managing or coordinating IT related projects applying project management principles;

OR

• An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND four (4) years of information systems experience in:

managing or coordinating IT related projects applying project management principles;

OR

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

AND Two (2) Years Of Information Systems Experience In

managing or coordinating IT related projects applying project management principles;

OR

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.

The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes

• Experienced in Azure DevOps/Jira or equivalent tool.
• Experienced in Project Web App or similar tools.
• Excellent Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively.

What's In It For You

The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, pension and retirement programs, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave, and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.

Additional Information

• This is a SEIU-represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.
• Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
• Criminal Records Check - Employment in any position with the Department of Revenue for all current and prospective employees is contingent on passing a criminal background and fingerprinting check. Circumstances of any criminal conviction will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the position under recruitment.
• To work for the Department of Revenue you must comply with all income tax laws. This means that the department will check to see if you have filed Oregon income tax returns and made arrangements to pay any outstanding liabilities before offering you a position.
• If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us at: Human Resources at [phone].

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The Oregon Department of Revenue strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. The Oregon Department of Revenue is an equal opportunity; affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.