Senior Technology Project Manager

Alameda County Information Technology Department; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 158,080 - 211,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

County Pension Plan

10 vacation days/year, increasing over time

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

12 paid holidays/year

13 sick days/year

Job summary

A public sector information technology department is seeking a Senior Technology Project Manager to join its Web Team. This role involves overseeing multiple projects related to website and application development. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing complex IT projects, preferably in public service, and a strong understanding of project management methodologies. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as Technology Project Manager in Alameda County.
• 6 years experience in managing large complex information systems.
• Strong understanding of agile and waterfall project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure multiple projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Develop operational plans to support departmental goals.
• Oversee project life cycles from requirements to implementation.

Skills

Technical project management

Supervision and training

Communication

Budgeting and cost control

Problem solving

Tools

Jira

Asana

Microsoft Project

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Alameda County Information Technology Department provided pay range

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Base pay range

$158,080.00/yr - $211,848.00/yr

Job Summary

The award‑winning Alameda County Information Technology Department (ITD) is hiring a Senior Technology Project Manager to join our Web Team. This team designs, develops, and maintains websites, applications, and enterprise systems, including web content and document management platforms. The team consists of creative services and web development professionals who collaborate closely on a wide range of projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that multiple projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to customer specifications.
• Develops and directs the implementation of operational plans to support the County department/agency’s business goals.
• Plans and oversees multiple projects to completion; identifies scope and objectives; identifies deliverables and establishes schedules and timelines; assigns work to the project team.
• Identifies project resources and skill level of necessary resources.
• Works with department/business managers to evaluate current and anticipated Information Technology requirements.
• Meets with customers to establish production goals, priorities, major work schedules, status of projects, including timelines, schedules, and resources.
• Develops and obtains consensus on service‑level agreements.
• Provides technical advice and recommends policies, procedures, enhancements and acquisition of hardware, software, and services of customers.
• Develops plans for the entire project life cycle which include the phases for requirements gathering, design, development, testing and implementation of technology solutions to address complex business objectives.
• Develops cost and budget analysis.
• Determines long‑range project staff requirements.
• Consults with clients of projects; advises on project feasibility and recommends solutions.
• Develops information systems architecture involving integration of multiple platforms, vendors, projects and technologies.
• Prepares budget reports and cost control analysis; keeps projects within approved budgets and on their approved schedule; analyzes claims and recommends approval of consultant/contracts payment.
• Prepares detailed reports and presentations, runs meetings, and reports to department management with timely, accurate and relevant information.
• Engages with the business partners to discuss and lay the foundation for business adoption of the technology services that will be delivered.
• Provides leadership and mentorship to web developers, including regular 1:1s, performance evaluations, and ongoing career development support.
• Develops and presents project proposals for Web Team initiatives, outlining scope, timelines, resources, and strategic value.
• Plans, manages, and coordinates product release cycles, ensuring smooth deployment and cross‑team alignment.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of technical project management.
• Techniques of supervision and training.
• Organization and elements of large information services department.
• Computer software used to manage projects.
• Business system applications used in customer departments.
• Principles and techniques of software and system quality assurance and control.
• Principles and practices of technical problem solving.
• Team dynamics and team building.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of customer service.
• Principles and practices of producing project and technical documentation.
• Concepts related to the backup and recovery of files.
• Financing, estimating and budgeting, including planning and estimating, calculating overhead, design, development and implementation costs.

Ability to:

• Supervise technical, functional, and operational managers and staff.
• Function in a high‑stress environment and meet project deadlines.
• Coordinate multiple projects and schedules.
• Understand highly complex information technology systems and methodologies.
• Work effectively with all levels of management and with diverse work teams.
• Define problems and develop alternate solutions.
• Analyze business problems and opportunities, and articulate business requirements.
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Monitor and track project progress and expenditures and implement cost controls.
• Make technical oral presentations to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Prepare a comprehensive report on the portfolio of projects managed.
• Manage communication at the executive level with external Department/Agency representatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Either (I)

The equivalent of one (1) year of full‑time experience in the classification of Technology Project Manager in Alameda County.

Or (II)

The equivalent of six (6) years full‑time, progressively responsible experience in project management with demonstrated experience in managing the design, development, implementation, operation and maintenance of a large complex information systems program in a large, multi‑service public or private sector organization.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with waterfall, agile, and hybrid project management methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross‑functional, and diverse development team.
• Strong understanding of the full software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with digital accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.

Systems Knowledge

• Experience with enterprise Content Management Systems such as WordPress, OpenText, Magnolia, or SharePoint.
• Familiarity with Document Management Systems, including FileNet, Total Agility, or Kofax.
• Experience working with low‑code platforms such as PowerApps, Power Automate, or Salesforce.

Benefits

County Pension Plan, 12 paid holidays a year + initial accrual rate of 10 vacation days/yr (increases over time) + 8 additional management paid vacation days/year + 4 floating holidays/year + accrual of 13 sick days/year. Deferred Compensation 457b plan + Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ FSA/ Transportation/Cafeteria‑Benefit selection options, and much more!

Work Eligibility

Qualified candidates who are extended a conditional offer of employment will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification documents upon hire. Alameda County does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B) and an offer of employment shall not be construed as including said sponsorship presently or in the future. No vendor resumes at this time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of inclusion in protected classes or other non‑merit factors as defined under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Information Services