Senior Information Technology Project Manager

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR); Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 99,111 - 132,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Flexible working schedules

Continuous learning and training opportunities

Job summary

A state government agency in California is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to oversee large IT projects and support enterprise portfolio activities. The ideal candidate will possess a PMP certification or have significant experience in IT project management. This role offers competitive salary ranges from $8,881 to $11,905 per month, along with generous benefits including health insurance, flexible working conditions, and professional development opportunities. The deadline for applications is January 9, 2026.

Qualifications

• 5 years of IT Project Manager experience or PMP certification required.
• Familiarity with California Department of Technology processes.
• Complete understanding of an IT project life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex IT projects.
• Support Enterprise Portfolio activities.
• Facilitate Project Approval Lifecycle processes.

Skills

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Experience with Microsoft 365

Proficiency with Project Portfolio Management Software

Experience in Portfolio Management

Experience in Product Management

Scrum Master certification or experience

IT Account Management experience

Expertise in Project Resource Management

Job description

Sr. IT Project Manager

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR)

Salary range: $8,881.00 - $11,905.00 per month.

Why Join CalHR?

CalHR is the pillar of human resources management for all state employees. Over 400 team members serve as trusted advisors to our strategic partners and the public.

About This Role

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist II is responsible for the management and oversight of large and complex reportable and non-reportable IT projects in the Department. This role also supports the Enterprise Portfolio in activities such as developing concept papers, facilitating Project Approval Lifecycle processes, and maturing methodologies, policies, standards and processes.

Working Conditions

• Career Development: Continuous learning and training opportunities, including two Professional Development Days per fiscal year.
• Location: Centrally located near the Ice Blocks in downtown Sacramento.
• Work-Life Balance: Telework and adjustable schedules.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A culture that emphasizes diversity and inclusion.
• Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts.

Minimum Requirements

• Information Technology Specialist II – see Class Specification for details.

Desirable Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or 5 years of IT Project Manager experience.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 (Teams, OneDrive, Excel, etc.).
• Proficiency with Project Portfolio Management Software.
• Experience in Portfolio Management.
• Experience in Product Management.
• Scrum Master certification or experience as a Scrum Master in more than 5 mid-large projects.
• Product Owner experience.
• California Department of Technology process familiarity.
• IT Account Management experience.
• Complete and full understanding of an IT project life cycle.
• Expertise in Project Resource Management.
• Project escalation best practices and triggers.

Statement of Qualifications

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

• Describe your experience managing large or complex IT projects. Include the project size, duration, budget, stakeholders involved, and your specific role and responsibilities. Explain how you ensured the project stayed within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Provide an example of how you identified, tracked, and mitigated risks and issues on an IT project. Describe the tools or processes you used and how you communicated and escalated risks or changes to stakeholders.
• Describe your experience leading or mentoring project managers or project team members. Include how you provided guidance, handled performance challenges, and adapted your leadership approach.

Benefits

CalHR ensures that all state employees, retirees and their dependents have access to competitive, quality, and affordable benefits. CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 1/9/2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.