Senior Project Manager (Project Manager 3) Remote Work

Oregon Department of Human Services; Salem (VA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

PERS/OPSRP retirement

Job summary

Oregon Health Authority is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Project Manager 3) to lead high-risk projects from initiation to close in Salem. The role oversees budgets, schedules, and controls, and coordinates design, testing, training and start-up activities with internal teams and external partners.

You will drive decision-making, manage complex stakeholder groups, and ensure alignment with agency objectives while maintaining rigorous governance and reporting standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional project management experience or equivalent combos.
• PMI/PMP or other recognized certification preferred.
• Experience with high-risk projects, budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage high-risk project plans, budgets, schedules, and controls from initiation to close.
• Lead decision-making for design, testing, training, and start-up operations related to long-term goals.

Skills

PMI methodologies

PM Certification

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

PM Certification (PMP)

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management/Public Administration

Tools

PM software

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/25/2026 Application Deadline: 10/09/2026 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $7,537 - $11,098 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Senior Project Manager (Project Manager 3) Remote Work

The Senior Project Manager (Project Manager 3) will develop and manage high-risk project plans, budgets, schedules, and controls from initiation to close, and lead OHA/ODHS decision-making for design, testing, training, and start-up operations related to the agency’s long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the execution of comprehensive or high-risk project plans, budgets, schedules, and controls from project initiation to project close out.
• Lead the OHA/ODHS decision-making process for the detailed requirements, design, testing, training and start-up operations related to the development and implementation efforts of achieving the long-term goals of the customer agency.

Minimum Qualifications

• (a) Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept; OR
• (b) Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification; OR
• (c) Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR
• (d) Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.

Desired Attributes

• Managing large complex multi-million-dollar projects implementing COTS, developing custom software solutions, and organizational transformations.
• Successful application of project management knowledge in ambiguous and unique circumstances while managing a cross-functional team with internal matrix resources and external contractors.
• 5 years of PM experience in the last 7 years using project management best practices and standard methodologies, e.g. PMI (PMBOK), PRINCE2, etc.
• Successful navigation of complex organization with occasionally loosely defined structure and boundaries.
• Adept at recognizing and anticipating emerging project risks, business priorities, and addressing those developments through risk mitigation, contingency plans, and communication strategies.
• Superior communication and interpersonal soft skills.
• Demonstrated management experience in risk mitigation and project stewardship, i.e. given the constraints and budget, the client’s success criteria and expectations are met, and project costs are controlled.

Preference Statement

• Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Oregon Project Management Associate (OPMA) Certification
• Experience working within state government, particularly Oregon’s environment, governance models, and procurement processes
• Experience leading projects through Enterprise Information Services (EIS) oversight, including Stage Gate and Architecture Review Board

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $7,537 - $11,098
• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Working Conditions and Eligibility

• Based in Salem, Oregon. This is a remote position.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship.
• Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Equal Pay Analysis

The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position. OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. When every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”