Project Manager 1 - PN 20063170

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the project manager occupation is to manage and/or direct the development and implementation of technical and/or specialized projects to assist management in planning and controlling the various aspects of assigned project(s). The Project Manager 1 -(Project Controller PM) monitors & controls project execution by: -Actively managing & tracking all project costs through the state's project management software (PMS) - Communicates the financial health of projects to the Adjutant General's Department (ADJ) leadership team - Measures project performance against the schedule & budget & analyzes the financial impact of change orders, supporting the change order process for the broader project team - Reviews payment processing tasks through OAKS-CI & provides direction to Project Managers regarding any shortfalls - Tracks & logs project issues & risks; evaluates the effectiveness of mitigation efforts -Acts as ADJ liaison with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) & outside agencies to increase the overall effectiveness of the State's PMS - Works with the Design & Project Management (DPM) team to forecast ongoing & future project timelines & needs - Manages project financial & schedule planning - Manages project reporting, communication, & closure - Attends meetings, training sessions, & professional conferences to remain current with industry standards & agency policies. Ready for a career with a purpose impacting the community, the great state of Ohio, and our nation? Join our team with the Ohio Adjutant General’s Department and make a difference facing new challenges and endless opportunities by supporting the Ohio National Guard. The Ohio Adjutant General's Department has a long history of supporting the needs of the Ohio National Guard. We serve a mission that enables National Guard members to protect and serve our communities when needed. We’re honored to work alongside many National Guard members and other professionals dedicated to safeguarding the nation. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Requirements

• 3 yrs. exp. in project management (i.e., management & development of project/program requirements, design, development, testing/pilot, training & full scale implementation), with experience to be commensurate with project/program &/or position description on file (e.g., specific human service program area, management information sciences, fiscal)
• 12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects
• Successful completion of 2 yrs. post-secondary education majoring in business administration, public administration, computer science/information technology, social science, or health, with major being commensurate with project to be assigned
• 12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above
• Must provide own transportation. Or, to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.
• Final candidate selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a National Agency Check Investigation (NACI) to secure employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with the Military with understanding of Federal/State financial splits.
• Previous experience working with OAKs-CI.
• Previous experience with budget, tracking cost, and managing financial resources.
• Understanding on OAKs-Fin.

Responsibilities

• Actively managing & tracking all project costs through the state's project management software (PMS)
• Communicates the financial health of projects to the Adjutant General's Department (ADJ) leadership team
• Measures project performance against the schedule & budget & analyzes the financial impact of change orders, supporting the change order process for the broader project team
• Reviews payment processing tasks through OAKS-CI & provides direction to Project Managers regarding any shortfalls
• Tracks & logs project issues & risks; evaluates the effectiveness of mitigation efforts
• Acts as ADJ liaison with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) & outside agencies to increase the overall effectiveness of the State's PMS
• Works with the Design & Project Management (DPM) team to forecast ongoing & future project timelines & needs
• Manages project financial & schedule planning
• Manages project reporting, communication, & closure
• Attends meetings, training sessions, & professional conferences to remain current with industry standards & agency policies

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree