Job Description
Certified Project Manager IV/Sr. Position Summary This position resides in the Department's Bureau of Computing Services (BCS). Under the supervision of the Deputy IT Director, this position provides department-wide project management services for the development of primarily web-based systems in a highly complex, highly integrated environment across multiple platforms. This position serves as the Project Management Office team lead and Project Portfolio Manager. This is a management role with human resource management responsibilities (e.g., hiring and performance management). Manages one or more cross-functional projects of medium to high complexity. A more senior role, with responsibility for multiple large, complex projects with more significant impact to the enterprise.
Responsibilities • • • • • • • Accountable for the IT Portfolio processes, including project portfolio governance, project methodology framework, and Project Managers capacity management Ensure project management standards are being executed across the IT project portfolio Drive improvements into the PMO program and ensure industry best practices are leveraged Perform Project Manager supervision, including performance management and career development Create and maintain Project Manager staffing plans. Ensures the team is adequately trained and staffed to manage the projects.
Work with Project Managers to resolve any issues or concerns raised in their projects Responsible for overall coordination, status reporting, and stability of project-oriented work efforts. Establishes and implements project management processes and methodologies for the IT community to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to high-quality standards, and meet customer expectations.
Responsible for assembling project plans and teamwork assignments; directing and monitoring work efforts on a daily basis; identifying resource needs; performing quality reviews; and escalating functional, quality, and timeline issues appropriately.
Responsible for tracking key project milestones and adjusting project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers. Coordinates communication with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed. Assists program manager(s) in partnering with senior management of the business community to identify and prioritize opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the enterprise. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Must possess extensive knowledge and expertise in agile project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices, and change management techniques. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience. Project management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum is required. 10 or more years of IT project management experience with leadership responsibility. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others to perform well while effectively influencing the actions and opinions of others • Excellent planning, organization and project management skills in an Application Development Environment with the ability to prioritize and coordinate many different project tasks while setting appropriate goals and deadlines Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills
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