Senior Project Manager - ITSD Student Information Systems - 25147

NYC Department of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 107,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead IT Solution Delivery initiatives. This role involves overseeing the planning, organization, and implementation of projects related to student information systems. The ideal candidate will manage multifunctional teams, ensuring adherence to governance guidelines while developing project plans that align with strategic goals. If you possess strong project management skills and a passion for technology in education, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact within a dynamic environment. Join a team dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes through innovative IT solutions.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Flexible Work Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Dental Insurance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science and 3 years of IT experience required.
• Experience in project management and risk analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and implementation of IT initiatives.
• Develop detailed project plans and coordinate activities.
• Identify project risks and communicate status updates.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Analysis

SCRUM

Agile Development

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Project Management Software

Risk Management Tools

Job description

Position Summary: The Senior Project Manager, IT Solution Delivery (ITSD) Student Information Systems will oversee the planning, organizing, development, and implementation of Division of Instructional and Information Technology (DIIT) managed initiatives related to management information processing systems, programs, and projects. This position works with the Chief Product Officer’s (CPO) office to ensure adherence to governance guidelines and oversee and prioritize the delivery and implementation of IT initiatives. The Senior Project Manager will be accountable for IT projects involving multifunctional local and regional teams and will be responsible for defining project scope and project requirements, building business cases, and overseeing and prioritizing the delivery and implementation of technology solutions. Performs related work.

Reports to: Director, IT Solution Delivery (ITSD) - Student Information Systems

Direct Reports: N/A

Key Relationships: Interacts with all levels of business, information technology, and project teams to facilitate problem resolution and the resolution of competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees the Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC) within the Student Information Systems team, which encompasses the planning, organizing, and managing of resources required for the successful completion of specific Student Information Systems projects goals and objectives in the areas of Student Attendance, Enrollment, Grades & Exams, Scheduling, Programming & Services, etc.
• Develops detailed project plans, establishing milestones, defining the resources required, and coordinating all project activities with Student Information Systems business owners/stakeholders and technical teams.
• Partners with Student Information Systems technical leads to direct and oversee the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), which encompasses establishing a logical process in developing and enhancing student information systems including modernized Student Information Systems modules such as Grades, Attendance, Enrollment as well as legacy systems which will result in the production of a highly qualified system that meets or exceed expectations within time and cost estimates.
• Works effectively and efficiently in the current and planned Information technology infrastructure.
• Conducts scoping sessions and assists in the creation of work and proposal statements. This may include providing technical approaches, tasks, deliverables, work estimates, assumptions, dependencies, etc.
• Evaluates the scope and complexity of Student Information Systems projects, programs, and implements the necessary resources to ensure adherence to policies and procedures. This includes preparing detailed project plans, allocating staff, and establishing budget requirements.
• Develops and monitors schedules to ensure that projects are completed within established deadlines.
• Leads status meetings, tracks, and maintains detailed issues and risks lists, and prepares appropriate project meeting minutes and status reports. Meets regularly with other related application support areas to ensure that integration issues are identified and addressed.
• Identifies project risks/issues and mitigation strategies and communicates risk/issue status updates to stakeholders.
• Assists with project methodology deployment, process reengineering, and evaluation procedures in the areas of Student Attendance, Enrollment, Grades & Exams, Scheduling, Programming & Services, etc.
• Interfaces with all levels of business, technical management staff, and project teams to facilitate problem-solving and competing priorities resolution.
• Develops business cases and technology sections of RFIs and RFPs and performs discovery and feasibility studies on new projects under evaluation.
  
  

Qualification Requirements

Minimum

• A master's degree in computer science from an accredited college and three years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience using information technology in computer applications programming, systems programming, computer systems development, data telecommunications, database administration, planning of data/information processing, user services, or area networks; at least 18 months of this experience must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity in the areas of computer applications programming, systems programming, computer systems development, data telecommunications, data base administration, or planning of data processing or in the supervision of staff performing these duties; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of experience as described in "1" above; or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or recognized accrediting organization and six years of experience as described in "1" above; or
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to "1", "2" or "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or recognized accrediting organization and must possess at least three years of experience as described in "1" above, including the 18 months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.
  
  

NOTE: The following types of experience are not acceptable: superficial use of preprogrammed software without complex programming, design, implementation or management of the product; use of word processing packages; use of a hand held calculator; primarily the entering or updating of data in a system; the operation of data processing hardware or consoles.

Preferred

• Experience in project management, risk analysis, earned value management, critical chain planning, and buffer management.
• Experience utilizing Business Analysis and Project Management Techniques, SCRUM and Agile Development Methodologies, and Sprint delivery.
• Experience acting as an Issuing Entity regarding project status, meetings, reporting requirements, and scope changes.
• Knowledge of agency standards and procedures, security and control methods and systems. Ability to direct the work of others in a complex environment, coordinate activities and resources within or between units, and assess and evaluate the performance of projects already in process.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership skills, motivation, decisiveness, flexibility, and sound business judgment.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and persuasively.
• A clear vision of current and emerging trends in technology.
• Strong and effective planning and problem-solving abilities, and technical expertise.
• Knowledge of instructional design and project management concepts and experience in the development and implementation of student information systems.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and/or Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
  
  

Salary: $107,476 - $148,829

(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.

• New York City Residency is NOT Required *
  
  

We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DOE Non- Discrimination Policy

The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.