Senior IT Project Manager (5504) - Department of Technology

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 205,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement options

Training & education subsidies

Diversity

Job summary

The San Francisco Department of Technology is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead complex modernization initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams and aligning IT efforts with city objectives.

This role requires strong governance, stakeholder management, and track record delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget; hybrid work and temporary exempt status.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; AND four years of experience implementing and managing large-scale integrated information systems projects; OR eight years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, multi-year IT modernization projects from planning through implementation.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and success metrics.
• Develop and maintain project charters, work plans, risk registers, communication plans, and executive reporting.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and aligned with organizational priorities.
• Oversee implementation activities including system integration, testing, deployment, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production readiness.

Education

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

Job description

Senior IT Project Manager (5504) - Department of Technology

• Full-time
• Job Code and Title: 5504-Project Manager II
• Fill Type: Permanent Exempt

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

Required Supplemental Questionnaire due at the time of application to be considered for this position: (See below for additional information) Applicants must complete this required Supplemental Questionnaire in addition to submitting an application. The questionnaire must be completed by no later than the application deadline of October 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.

Please note: If you are coming across this announcement outside of the SF Careers website, you must apply directly on the SF Careers site.

• Application Opening: Friday, October 9, 2026
• Salary Range: $228,124 annually / $109.6750 hourly
• Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt - This position is a full-time position excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointment officer. The anticipated duration of this project position is up to thirty-six (36) months.
• Work Location: Incumbent will conduct the majority of work at the Department of Technology, 1 S Van Ness, Ave San Francisco, CA 94103. However, there may be situations where the incumbent will be required to work at other sites throughout the City and County of San Francisco as necessary.
• Work Arrangement: This is a full-time position. The department supports a hybrid work schedule in compliance with City & County of San Francisco policies on remote work.

About the Department of Technology

Are you ready to make an impact in one of the most innovative cities? The San Francisco Department of Technology (DT) is looking for passionate IT professionals to help shape the future of technology in San Francisco! As the centralized technology services provider for the City and County of San Francisco (CCSF), DT delivers critical infrastructure and services to over 33,000 employees—supporting public safety, municipal broadband, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and more! With a $170M+ annual budget and a team of 300+ experts, DT is leading the charge in digital transformation. DT provides services through our core areas of IT Excellence:

• IT Project Management Office
• Cloud Center of Excellence
• IT Operations and Support including the Service Desk and NOC
• City Infrastructure including the Network, Telecom and Data Centers
• Office of Cybersecurity including Cyber Defense, Identity Management and Disaster Recovery
• Public Safety Systems and Municipal Broadband Fiber
• SFGovTV Broadcasting Services
• IT Finance and Administration Services
• Emerging Technologies

Why Join Us?

Innovative & impactful work at DT, you won’t just work on IT—you’ll power a city. Your expertise will directly impact the residents of San Francisco, from closing the digital divide to ensuring secure, efficient city operations.

Benefits of Working for CCSF

• Competitive pay, benefits, and retirement options
• Career growth opportunities through training, internal mobility, and subsidized education
• Diverse work environment in a diverse city

Join the team that’s shaping the future of technology in San Francisco.

The DT Project Management Office (PMO) oversees a portfolio of 100+ IT projects, leading critical initiatives that modernize IT infrastructure and applications. Our focus includes AI adoption, cloud transformation, business automation, asset management, CRM, data management and data lakes, collaboration tools, network and voice modernization, data center optimization, wireless access, public safety radio, cybersecurity, IT resiliency, and service management.

The DT PMO is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead complex, high-impact technology modernization initiatives that support enterprise business objectives and improve services for residents. This role is responsible for managing large-scale, cross-functional projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring successful delivery of technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen security, improve customer experience, drive innovation, and reduce costs.

The Senior IT Project Manager serves as a strategic partner to business and technology leaders, vendors, and stakeholders, providing leadership, governance, and oversight for mission-critical projects. The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative leader with exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and project delivery skills, capable of navigating complex organizational environments and driving successful outcomes.

The IT Project Manager will perform duties including, but not limited to:

Project Leadership & Strategic Oversight

• Lead complex, multi-year IT modernization projects from planning through implementation and operational transition.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and success metrics.
• Develop and maintain project charters, work plans, risk registers, communication plans, and executive reporting.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and aligned with organizational priorities.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Serve as the primary liaison between IT leadership, business departments, vendors, and external partners.
• Build consensus among diverse stakeholder groups and facilitate effective decision-making.
• Communicate project status, risks, recommendations, and business impacts to executive leadership and governance bodies.
• Prepare performance reports, dashboards, and progress summaries.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused communications.

Technical & Operational Execution

• Oversee implementation activities including system integration, testing, deployment, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production readiness.
• Coordinate technology modernization efforts involving telecommunications, cloud services, ServiceNow, infrastructure, and enterprise applications.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security, architecture, and governance standards.

Risk, Change, and Vendor Management

• Identify project risks, dependencies, and issues; develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Lead organizational change management efforts, including communication, training, and user adoption activities.
• Manage vendor relationships, procurement activities, contract execution, and third-party consulting engagements.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure contractual deliverables are achieved.

Governance and Continuous Improvement

• Support enterprise project governance, portfolio management processes, and project management best practices.
• Develop and present project performance metrics, dashboards, and recommendations to leadership.
• Promote continuous improvement and adoption of industry best practices in project delivery and service management.

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and transparency.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to project team members and junior project management staff.
• Encourage innovation, professional growth, and continuous learning

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field; AND Four (4) years of experience implementing and managing large scale integrated information systems projects; OR
• Eight (8) years of experience implementing and managing integrated information systems projects.

Desirable Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT project, or program management, preferably in a large, complex organization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience leading enterprise cybersecurity or application modernization projects.
• Experience in public sector, or large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall project delivery methodologies.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to develop CIO-level reports, funding proposals, and strategic recommendations.

A successful Senior IT Project Manager will:

• Deliver complex technology modernization initiatives that achieve measurable business outcomes.
• Effectively manage competing priorities across multiple departments and stakeholder groups.
• Build strong partnerships with business leaders, vendors, and technical teams.
• Drive organizational change and user adoption while minimizing operational disruption.
• Establish trust through transparency, accountability, and consistent delivery of results.

Note(s)

• One-year full-time employment is considered equivalent to 2000 hours (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a40 hourwork week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation todeterminefull-time employment.
• Applicants must meet minimum qualification requirements by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Verification of Education and Experience

Please make sure it is clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/ .

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Procedure

The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements and assessment of candidates’ job-related knowledge, skills and abilities. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to evaluate candidate qualifications. This typically includes an oral interview and/or a written or performance exercise.

If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the Department needs will be invited to continue in the selection process. Applicantsmeeting the minimum requirements are not guaranteed advancement in the selection process.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco

The Office of the City Administrator is committed to ensuring that the City's services are inclusive, efficient, equitable, and culturally competent for San Franciscans of all races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, and sexual orientations. This commitment requires comprehensive review and thorough analysis of existing practices and policies to remove barriers to real inclusion.

We are also committed to ensuring that we have a safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace for individuals of all races. This includes creating opportunities for hiring, promotion, training, and development, for all employees, including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC).

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.