Project Manager (PM2) – Two Remote Work Positions

State of Oregon • Tigard, OR

2d • Remote

About The Position

If you are a self-starter with strong communication and facilitation skills as well as a background in project management, read on! The Public Employees Retirement System is recruiting for two (2) Project Manager (Project Manager 2) positions in the Modernization Division (MOD), Enterprise Portfolio, Innovation and Change (EPIC) section. These are full-time, permanent positions. These positions are based at our headquarters office in Tigard, Oregon, however, they are 100% remote work positions. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. These positions are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). We serve the people of Oregon by administering public employee benefit trusts to pay the right person, the right benefit, at the right time. Modernization Division (MOD) These positions will reside in the Enterprise Portfolio, Innovation and Change (EPIC) section within the Modernization Division. The Modernization Division provides leadership and support services necessary to achieve PERS’ key goals in support of the mission, vision, core values and operating principles. Services are provided to all departments throughout the enterprise. The division is recognized as the center of excellence in developing solutions for and implementing critical agency decisions. Enterprise Portfolio, Innovation and Change (EPIC) Section The EPIC section is focused on supporting business and enterprise capabilities through various methods to include but not limited to, business process management, data-driven determinations, project, and portfolio management. It is through these efforts that EPIC contributes to the outcomes and implementation of the strategic plan. What you will be doing: The Project Manager (PM2) positions lead the planning and administration of medium-to-large agency-wide enterprise projects which could involve IT projects. May also include supporting Sr. Technical Project Managers on PM teams. Elements include directing, coordinating, and controlling the associated activities for both technical and end user staffing assigned to the project; controlling project scope, cost, and delivery schedules; developing detailed project plans and effort-based schedules; and managing the execution of these work plans. PERS uses PMBOK based project methodologies. For a complete review of the position description, please contact the recruiter [email protected].

Requirements

• Five years of progressively responsible experience related to the class concept OR Four years of progressively responsible experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification OR Two years of progressively responsible experience related to the class concept AND a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field OR A Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of formal project management methodology
• Self-motivated with ability to work in teams
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Experience with user acceptance testing
• Background, knowledge, and experience with effort-based scheduling
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

Responsibilities

• lead the planning and administration of medium-to-large agency-wide enterprise projects which could involve IT projects
• supporting Sr. Technical Project Managers on PM teams
• directing, coordinating, and controlling the associated activities for both technical and end user staffing assigned to the project
• controlling project scope, cost, and delivery schedules
• developing detailed project plans and effort-based schedules
• managing the execution of these work plans

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Remote work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level