Senior Project Manager (Project Manager 3) Remote Work

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

14d • $90,444 - $133,176 • Remote

About The Position

This Project Manager 3 (PM3) position will be responsible for developing and managing the execution of comprehensive or high-risk project plans, budgets, schedules and controls from project initiation to project close out. This position will lead the OHA/ODHS decision-making process for the detailed requirements, design, testing, training and start-up operations related to the development and implementation efforts of achieving the long-term goals of the customer agency.

Requirements

• Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept; OR Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification; OR Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.

Nice To Haves

• Managing large complex multi-million-dollar projects implementing COTS, developing custom software solutions, and organizational transformations.
• Successful application of project management knowledge in ambiguous and unique circumstances while managing a cross-functional team with internal matrix resources and external contractors.
• 5 years of PM experience in the last 7 years using project management best practices and standard methodologies, e.g. PMI (PMBOK), PRINCE 2, etc.
• Successful navigation of complex organization with occasionally loosely defined structure and boundaries.
• Adept at recognizing and anticipating emerging project risks, business priorities, and addressing those developments through risk mitigation, contingency plans, and communication strategies.
• Superior communication and interpersonal soft skills.
• Demonstrated management experience in risk mitigation and project stewardship, i.e. given the constraints and budget, the client's success criteria AND expectations are met, and project costs are controlled
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Oregon Project Management Associate (OPMA) Certification
• Experience working within state government, particularly Oregon’s environment, governance models, and procurement processes
• Experience leading projects through Enterprise Information Services (EIS) oversight, including Stage Gate and Architecture Review Board

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing the execution of comprehensive or high-risk project plans, budgets, schedules and controls from project initiation to project close out.
• Leading the OHA/ODHS decision-making process for the detailed requirements, design, testing, training and start-up operations related to the development and implementation efforts of achieving the long-term goals of the customer agency.

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

What This Job Offers

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