Manages projects of varying size, scope, and impact from single projects up to multi-component projects with high value and organizational visibility within the department.
Performs project management work by managing, coordinating and implementing small projects or parts of larger complex projects.
Directs and coordinates activities concerned with the implementation of a project.
Prepares or assists in the preparation of contract drafts, requests for proposal, and other related documents for review
Manage project execution to ensure adherence to plan, schedule and scope.
Identifies, tracks, monitors and communicates project-related tasks, issues, scope changes, variances and contingencies that may arise during the project implementation.
Monitors project budget, monitors status of allocated funds and controls expenses.
Prepares and maintains project documentation.
Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management.
Knowledge of the processes, activities, requirements and objectives of the functional area to which assigned.
Skill in developing tracking systems to monitor work progress.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and solve problems involving several variables or unique situations.
Ability to manage the details of projects, track activities and meet deadlines.
Ability to collect, organize and analyze data and make logical decisions.
Graduation from an accredited four year degree granting college or university; AND
Three years of program/project management experience directly related to the position duties;
OR
An equivalent combination of education (not less than a high school diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above.