SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 97,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick days

Insurance plan

ASRS retirement

Deferred compensation

Commuter subsidy

Job summary

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY is seeking a Senior Project Manager for leadership of major IT software projects from initiation through deployment.

The role requires strong PM skills, knowledge of PMBOK, and experience with SDLC, Azure DevOps, and Agile/Waterfall methods. Collaboration with ADS and cross‑functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with seven+ years in technical PM leadership.
• PMI PMP and Scrum certifications preferred.
• Experience with Agile/Waterfall/hybrid models and Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex IT software projects from initiation to deployment.
• Develop and maintain detailed project artifacts and KPIs.
• Identify risks, manage budgets, and report progress to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with vendors, procurement, and compliance teams.
• Mentor team members and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Skills

Project management

PMBOK

SDLC

Azure Dev/Ops

Microsoft/Google apps

Agile/Scrum

Budget/ROI reporting

Project management software

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 7 years PM experience

Tools

Azure DevOps

SaaS/COTS

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILIATION & REENTRY

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Job Location:

Address:

Information Technology (IT)
801 East Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85034
https://corrections.az.g

Posting Details:

Salary: $104,220.00

Grade: 28

Closing Date: 9/17/2026

Job Summary:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead and oversee multiple complex, medium- to large-scale information technology (IT) software development, implementation, agency-wide, and enterprise-level projects from initiation through deployment. This position will manage all aspects of the project life cycle while applying established project management methodologies, continuous improvement practices, program management processes, and operational standards.

The ideal candidate will bring practical knowledge of software development and coding practices, quality assurance testing protocols, and test planning. This role requires an experienced leader who can effectively manage cross-functional teams across multiple technical and business domains, drive project success, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

The Senior Project Manager will also serve as a key liaison with agency stakeholders and collaborate closely with the Arizona Department of Administration’s Arizona Strategic Enterprise Technology Office (ADOA-ASET) to coordinate priorities, communicate progress, and support the successful delivery of enterprise technology initiatives.

Job Duties:

• Directs, leads and manages multiple complex, medium to large, IT software development lifecycle, implementation, agency-wide and enterprise-level projects and/or initiatives from initiation to implementation/deployment based on repeatable project management standards, processes, procedures and practices
• Develops and maintains detailed project artifacts
• Identifies, manages, and mitigates risks and/or issues
• Communicates project status, progress and completes senior-level reporting
• Spearheads change management processes and implements solutions-based improvements
• Manages vendor contract negotiations, selection and timelines
• Monitors completed vendor contracts for performance, deviation or breach
• Interfaces with the Procurement Services Bureau to effectively resolve vendor or contract-related issues
• Oversees the state Project Investment Justification (PIJ) and Information Technology Authorization Committee (ITAC) processes for all applicable projects including but not limited to, Project Investment Justification (PIJ) timely reporting, communication with the Arizona Strategic Enterprise Technology Office (ADOA-ASET) Engagement Manager and Operations Analyst (OA) specific to projects, PIJ origination, ITAC monthly reporting, ITAC presentations, and application of state policies, processes and procedures for the completion of System Security Plans (SSP)
• Manages all aspects of project finance and reporting, including but not limited to, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), variances, contingencies, project budgets, cost overruns, project invoicing, Return on Investment (ROI)’s, and project profitability
• Manages the Memorandum of Acceptance (MOA) process and fiscal year project estimations, budgeting, and Amazon Web Service (AWS)/Azure allocations
• Mentors and develops other team members through feedback, coaching and direction
• Drives on state business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• All theoretical, practical, and technical aspects of project management
• The application of Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
• Proven working and the application of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Azure Dev/Ops
• Microsoft and Google applications
• Scrum and Agile methodologies and practices
• Budgets, estimations, ROIs and financial reporting
• Project management software
  

Skill in:

• Exceptional written and oral communication
• Building and maintaining interpersonal relationships
• Process improvements and value-based solutions
• Leading dispute resolutions and effective problem-solving
• Project management methodologies and practices
• Vendor management and contracts
• The procurement processes and procedures

Ability to:

• Lead, manage, and organize cross-functional and collaborative agency-wide teams- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships internally and externally
• Deliver solutions that are cost-effective, operationally sound, and generate profit or benefit to the Agency
• Effectively create developmental design solutions
• Originate, organize, and maintain highly technical documentation
• Articulate complex technical project plans and solutions to a variety of audiences
• Have a deep and broad working understanding of the software development life cycle
• Apply Scrum practices and methodologies to project management, development and implementation
• Develop and implement program and project-level processes, procedures and performance metrics
• Learn ADCRR’s policies and procedures

Selective Preference(s):

• Bachelor’s degree plus at least seven (7) years of technical project management in leading multiple complex medium to large IT software development lifecycle, implementation, agency-wide and enterprise level projects and/or initiatives from initiation to implementation/deployment
• Certification in Project Manager Institute (PMI), Project Manager Professional (PMP) and Scrum
• Experience with Agile/Waterfall/hybrid, Azure DevOps, Software as a Service (SaaS), Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS), Data Warehouse

Pre-Employment Requirements:

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

requires: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us:

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.