IT Project Manager

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is seeking a dynamic IT Project Manager to lead key technology initiatives. This role is crucial for supporting the conservation and management of Arizona’s wildlife heritage by ensuring biologists and wildlife managers have the necessary digital tools and seamless systems. The IT Project Manager will drive progress on essential IT projects, including infrastructure upgrades, network deployments, and software applications, working collaboratively with internal teams, leadership, and external partners to manage timelines, budgets, risks, and technical documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (preferably in a technology-related field).
Minimum of three years of relevant experience managing projects, preferably in the IT Field.
Knowledge in theoretical and practical aspects of project management.
General knowledge of software development life cycle methodologies.
Basic understanding of Agile concepts including Lean Management.
Proficient in the use of project management process and tools.
Attention to detail.
Interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
Skill in solving conflicts.
Skill in maintaining confidentiality.
Skill in listening to others without interrupting.
Skill in keeping emotions under control.
Skill in remaining open to others' ideas and trying new things.
Ability to manage multiple projects ranging from small to large with the ability to prioritize delivery schedules.
Ability to lead planning and implementation of projects.
Ability to balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks.
Ability to work collaboratively in teams and across organizations.
Ability to translate business objectives to technical needs to developers.
Ability to synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly.
Ability to build strong relationships inside and outside the organization.
Ability to effectively convey ideas, goals, and issues to management and team members.
Ability to administer and coordinate groups of individuals by promoting teamwork, delegating tasks, resolving conflicts.
Ability to negotiate the use of resources, budgets, schedules, and manage scope.
Ability to predict and create solutions to issues before they arise to increase the chances of delivering projects successfully.
Position requires possession of and the ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.
Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience managing multiple small-medium size projects, preferably in the IT Field.
Experience working with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project management frameworks within an IT environment.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Planning, coordinating, and executing IT-related projects across the Department.
Managing the implementation of technology solutions including infrastructure upgrades, network deployments, and application development efforts.
Collaborating with technical teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
Driving project timelines, coordinating resources, and resolving issues to ensure project success.
Overseeing technical IT documentation.
Developing project scopes, schedules, and resource plans.
Coordinating internal and external teams (e.g., developers, infrastructure, vendors).
Leading daily standups and sprint planning.
Maintaining documentation in tools like Asana.
Serving as the primary contact for business units and technical leads.
Running project status meetings and reporting to leadership.
Managing expectations, scope changes, and approvals.
Identifying risks and creating mitigation plans.
Conducting lessons learned and post-implementation reviews.
Monitoring project deliverables for quality and alignment with business needs.
Documenting exceptions and escalating issues as needed.
Working with procurement for quotes, contracts, and purchase orders.
Tracking project budgets, invoices, and expenditures.
Ensuring compliance with state IT standards, ADA, and security policies.
Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

13 days’ of vacation
12 sick days
10 paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) after 27 weeks of employment.
Superior health care options
Vision care
Dental care
Pharmacy benefits
Flexible spending account
Life insurance options
Long-term disability insurance options
Short-term disability insurance options
Many more benefit programs
Paid Parental Leave program