Information Technology (IT) Project Manager (Multiple Positions)

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

1d•$6,846 - $10,344•Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to join their Support Services Division, Information Systems Branch, Project & Portfolio Management Office in Salem. This is a senior-level role responsible for leading and supporting strategic IT projects aligned with agency goals. The position also involves providing portfolio reporting, project guidance, and assisting managers with strategic planning. ODOT is committed to providing a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system and encourages applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

Requirements

Six (6) years of information systems experience in project delivery of software application projects.
OR An associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field.
AND Four (4) years of information systems experience in project delivery of software application projects.
OR A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field
AND two (2) years of information systems experience in project delivery of software application projects.
OR Master's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.
Experience with systems and application development project management.
Demonstrated experience managing large scale application service modernization projects with large and complex datasets.
Experience collaborating with and gathering information from multiple team members to decompose critical project activities into a work breakdown structure using Microsoft Project or similar project planning tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills (e.g., emails, status reports, project documentation) and experience articulating complex concepts clearly to internal and external partners using tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, etc.
Demonstrated successful delivery of projects using Agile, Iterative or Waterfall approaches.
Must fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US.
Will conduct name-based criminal background checks on final candidates.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
PROSCI or similar change management credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple information technology projects from start to finish.
Create detailed project schedules with timelines, tasks, resources and cost.
Author key project artifacts such as charters, scope statements, risk and issue logs and project management plans.
Track and monitor project team tasks and progress.
Identify and manage project risks and resolve issues.
Ensure projects follow established processes and oversight requirements.
Provide clear verbal and written status updates to leadership and steering committees.
Handle contract tasks, including writing statements of work and reviewing invoices.
Manage changes to project scope, schedule or budget using approval procedures.
Review work from team members and contractors to ensure quality results.