VDOT Program Manager - Power Platform (Business Enablement) (Short Term)
About The Position
The Virginia Information Technology Agency (VITA) is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead business enablement initiatives leveraging Microsoft Power Platform tools. This role plays a key part in supporting enterprise-wide adoption of low-code solutions, driving operational efficiency, and enabling business users through training, governance, and technical leadership. The Technical Program Manager leads the Business Integrated Solutions Division’s technical support team, focusing on the adoption and use of Microsoft Power Apps and Power Automate across the agency. This role oversees analysts supporting business users, leads training and community initiatives, and ensures delivery of scalable, compliant solutions. The position partners with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to manage priorities, drive governance, and deliver impactful solutions. Occasional hands-on support may be required to troubleshoot or build simple applications and workflows.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in technical program management, product ownership, or enterprise application delivery
- 7+ years of proven experience working with Microsoft Power Platform
- 7+ years of demonstrated ability to lead and develop team members while managing both strategy and operations
- 7+ years of experience with executive communication and presentation
- 7+ years of experience managing competing priorities and allocating work based on capacity and organizational needs
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future
- Must physically reside in the United States for the duration of the assignment
- Must be local to Richmond, VA with address verification required
- Must be able to interview in person and work onsite in Richmond, VA
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, or Dataverse
- Certifications in Microsoft Power Platform or Azure
- Experience implementing governance for low-code/no-code platforms
- Background in user training, adoption, or change management
- Experience in public-sector or transportation environments
- Experience leading and managing teams
Responsibilities
- Manage intake, prioritization, and allocation of program requests and initiatives
- Oversee delivery of Power Platform solutions, ensuring alignment with security and compliance standards
- Establish and maintain governance frameworks, best practices, and lifecycle processes for low-code solutions
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain program stability
- Provide hands-on support building or troubleshooting Canvas Apps and Power Automate flows when required
- Review and guide solution design to ensure scalability and adherence to standards
- Develop and maintain documentation for solutions and processes
- Lead training sessions, workshops, and enablement initiatives for business users
- Support the Power Platform Community of Practice and drive adoption across the agency
- Partner with IT, security, and business stakeholders to align solutions with organizational goals
- Communicate program status, risks, and recommendations to leadership through presentations and reporting
- Support a matrixed team structure and contribute to development of analysts across the division
Benefits
- Compensation: $76 – $96 per hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
