Program / Project Manager (PMO) - PM 26-00576

NavitasPartners•Minneapolis, MN

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Program / Project Manager (PMO) to lead complex, cross-departmental technology initiatives within a large public-sector environment. This role focuses on strengthening accountability, transparency, and service delivery through enterprise-level IT programs, with particular emphasis on public safety transformation and compliance with regulatory and oversight agreements . The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can manage multiple interdependent projects, partner closely with senior leadership, and drive measurable outcomes in a dynamic, compliance-driven environment.

Requirements

Program and project leadership
Stakeholder engagement and change management
Performance measurement and value management
Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
Proven experience leading discovery, planning, and delivery of IT initiatives aligned with:
Enterprise strategy
Regulatory and compliance requirements
Organizational priorities and community impact
Demonstrated ability to work in complex, evolving environments with ambiguity
Experience managing large-scale, multi-project programs with cross-functional teams
Ability to drive outcomes through collaboration, adaptability, and hands-on leadership

Responsibilities

Lead complex, multi-department technology programs that improve operational effectiveness, accountability, and service delivery
Partner with senior IT leadership to develop and manage program and project plans, including:
Defined outcomes and success metrics
Budgets and schedules
Risk and dependency management strategies
Manage multiple interdependent projects within a unified program framework, ensuring alignment and shared accountability
Establish and maintain tracking mechanisms to monitor progress, performance, and value realization
Ensure IT investments meet or exceed stakeholder and customer expectations
Develop business-centric enterprise information management solutions based on assessments of:
Business practices and culture
Customer and stakeholder needs
Organizational goals and objectives
Deliver IT solutions that integrate with enterprise infrastructure, combining:
Existing systems and platforms
Enabling technologies
Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions
Operate effectively in evolving problem spaces by synthesizing inputs from multiple sources, identifying tradeoffs, and driving clear decisions
Apply a “lead-by-doing” approach to problem-solving and execution
Establish feedback loops across projects to capture lessons learned and continuously improve program delivery