Information Technology Senior Project Manager

Information Technology Senior Project Manager

Salary

$87,635.00 - $165,418.00 Annually

Location

Anne Arundel County, MD

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

07676

Department

Information Technology

Opening Date

06/26/2024

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Position Description

As of July 5, 2024, the starting wage will be $90,264

This announcement will be used to fill a full-time permanent Information Technology Senior Project Manager position in the Office of Information Technology located at the Arundel Center in Annapolis, MD.

This is managerial, technical, administrative, and supervisory work in planning, organizing, and integration of cross-functional information technology projects for the purpose of developing and delivering information technology products, services, and systems for countywide departments. Under direction, the position is responsible for significant Office of Information Technology county-wide projects typically with large

budgets and sizable staff with focus on meeting project commitments, including schedule, cost and communications with sponsors and stakeholders.

NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK

An employee in this classification is the principal point-of-contact for assigned projects. The incumbent manages complex OIT projects and programs from design and development to production; defines requirements and plans project lifecycle processes; develops project plans, goals, and budgets; identifies resources needed; and, guides project team comprising of cross-functional technical disciplines. Work requires comprehensive understanding of practical knowledge of substantive project management principles, and methods to provide leadership and guidance to other project managers. The incumbent is required to possess knowledge of technical information systems to manage a variety of complex and challenging information technology projects assigned. Work involves conducting analytical studies to identify new technology information and assists in the development of methods and tools to improve project management practices for an effective operation. The complexity of work is characterized by extensive and continuous project planning, analysis, coordination, and direction of the County-wide information technology systems.

Work is performed with considerable independence within established policies, regulations, and technical guidelines for use of the Office of Information Technology, and is reviewed by a superior through conferences and reports.

Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimal qualifications and salary level for this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of the class.)

Manage complex OIT projects and programs from design and development to production.

Define requirements and plan project lifecycle processes and provides technical and analytical guidance to the project team.

Assembles and coordinates project team members; assigns individual responsibilities and defines schedule for project and program implementation.

This position will also have budget responsibility for a project, including cost-benefit analysis and building a business case.

Create strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning.

Plans and oversees the preparation and dissemination of project schedule, project deliverables, goals and milestones.

Directs and oversees project team, produces project reports and manages conflicts within groups.

Develops and maintains technical and project documentation and performs team assessments and evaluations.

Develop Request for Proposals (RFP) for external services and products.

Demonstrates strong leadership, organizational, presentation, and customer services skills.

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of project management, planning, developing, managing and implementing an information technology project.

Thorough knowledge of evaluating principles, methods, and tools to organize work, set priorities and determine resource requirements.

Thorough knowledge of management methodologies for contracting or procurement, RFP development and contract negotiation and administration.

Thorough knowledge and experience in cross-functional project management methods and techniques.

Thorough knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software and equipment.

Thorough knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.

Considerable knowledge of risk management methods and tools used for risk assessment and mitigation of risk.

Skill in project management and technical planning of information technology projects.

Skill in application and system programming, operation of computers and network/communications technology and concepts.

Skill in effective written communication, working in groups, and meeting facilitation.

Ability to apply strong project management skills and methodologies as lead project manager.

Ability to develop and implement new programs to improve efficiency and productivity.

Ability to enforce and interpret technical standards in accordance with information technology activities.

Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise the work of technical personnel.

Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain working relationships with county officials, employees, contractors, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Two (2) or more years of experience in managing concurrent complex technology and related projects. Four (4) or more years of experience in project life cycle methodologies, cost and schedule development and controls; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.

Supplemental Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with the following experience:

(1) Experience with process establishment and process

improvement;

(2) Experience with industry-standard Project

Management frameworks such as PMI, PRINCE2 or others;

(3) Experience with MS Project or another project scheduling tool

• Medical/Health Insurance Plans

• Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO

• Aetna Open Choice PPO

Dental Insurance

• CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)

• CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)

• CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)

Vision Insurance

• EyeMed

Employee Life Insurance

• Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.

• Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance

Disability Income Insurance

Pension Plan

• Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.

Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Holidays

• Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year

Annual Leave

• Less than 3 years

• 13 days

• 3 to less than 15 years

• 20 days

• 15 years or more

• 26 days

Disability Leave

• Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year

Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year

Leave Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

• Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Dependent Care Reimbursement

• Health Care Reimbursement

Voluntary Benefits

• Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction

• Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider

• United Legal Benefits
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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

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Did you graduate from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Computer Science, Business or a related field?

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If you answered "yes" to the above question, please list your degree earned and major course work.

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Do you possess two (2) or more years of experience in managing concurrent complex technology and related projects?

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• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.

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Do you possess four (4) or more years of experience in project life cycle methodologies, cost and schedule development and controls?

• Yes

• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.

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Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license?

• Yes

• No

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Do you have experience with process establishment and process improvement?

• Yes

• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.

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Do you have experience with industry standard Project Management frameworks such as PMI, PRINCE2 or others?

• Yes

• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.

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Do you have experience with MS Project or another project scheduling tool?

• Yes

• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.

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• Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States. For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. Have you attached the appropriate documentation to verify your education?

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Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.

Required Question