Project Manager II - N/A

Novalink Solutions LLC • Madison, WI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Natural Resources Information Technology (DNR IT) executive program is seeking an advanced Project Manager to support strategic, agency-wide DNR IT projects. The role combines project management and business analysis expertise and involves using DNR IT standards, software, and tools to deliver strategic initiatives. This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week, during business hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The position reports to the DNR IT PMO Supervisor.

The work arrangement is hybrid in Madison, Wisconsin, with work performed remotely 60% of the time and in the office 40% of the time on a weekly basis. Candidates must currently reside in Wisconsin; relocation is not allowed, and work may not be performed outside the United States. The contractor must attend a five-day onsite orientation and onboarding. Reliable internet for remote work must be provided at the worker’s expense.

The position is scheduled through June 30, 2027, with the possibility of future annual extensions. A DNR security check and fingerprinting may be required, including state and national fingerprint-based criminal history checks. State holidays are unpaid unless included in the work agreement. Overtime and weekend differential are not available. Equipment must be returned at the end of the contract; if it cannot be returned in person or is damaged during the contract, replacement and shipping are at the supplier’s expense.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience managing complex IT projects, leading teams, supporting stakeholders, and implementing IT infrastructure.
• At least 10 years of experience with project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or Waterfall.
• At least 10 years of proficiency in business analysis methodologies and practices related to business needs, investigative techniques, workflows, use cases, user stories, comparison analysis, time and cost estimates, and data analysis tools and techniques.
• Direct experience managing large-scale IT projects involving multiple technical resources and diverse stakeholders.
• Experience collaborating as a business analyst or project manager with IT professionals and business experts to gather requirements and develop technical specifications for custom applications.
• Experience with business analysis methods and tools, including data analysis, requirements gathering, and process modeling.
• Experience creating technical specifications and system designs for custom application development.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet project objectives.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to tailor messaging to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of data analysis and business intelligence tools for creating reports and dashboards.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage competing demands effectively.
• Must currently reside in Wisconsin; relocation is not allowed.
• Must be able to work in the United States and attend five days of onsite orientation and onboarding in Madison, Wisconsin.
• Must provide reliable internet at own expense for remote work.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Jira Service Management, Azure DevOps, Confluence, SharePoint, DevOps, and other collaboration tools.
• Experience in government or public sector IT environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop project charters, plans, and other project artifacts covering scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project tasks are completed on schedule.
• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and addressing risks and issues.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to review project updates and gather feedback.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with organizational goals.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports, schedules, and risk logs.
• Promote clear communication among project team members, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Support change management processes to facilitate project transitions and adoption.
• Oversee project closure, including final reporting, lessons learned, and knowledge transfer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed