Software Application Development Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 8)

Initial Posting Date:

04/15/2024

Application Deadline:

04/28/2024

Agency:

Department of Consumer & Business Services

Salary Range:

$7,149 - $10,826

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Software Application Development Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 8)

Job Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill one permanent position.

Consider joining our team!

• Are you an experienced software application development project manager with a proven track record of managing IT projects?

• Do you like to drive projects to successful completion with high customer satisfaction?

• Can you successfully balance competing priorities?

• Do you have strong leadership and team building skills that inspire others?

• Are you looking for a workplace that encourages diversity and collaborative teamwork where people care and support each other?

Recruitment Timeline:

• These dates are approximate and are subject to change.*

Recruitment Closes: 04/28/2024

Interviews: Week of 05/13/2024

Anticipated Start Date: 06/3/2024

Our mission...

To protect and serve Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

What's in it for you:

• 11 paid holidays a year

• 8 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used as accrued

• 8 hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued

• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after 6 months of service

• Pension and retirement programs

• A competitive benefits package

• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

• A department that values diversity, workforce development, and creating opportunities for professional development

This position is are eligible for hybrid remote work two days per week once the incumbents have gained the proficiency to perform work independently. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Here's what you will do:

In the Department of Consumer and Business Services' (DCBS) Information Technology & Research section, our customers trust us to do the right work and deliver value. Your role as the Software Application Development Project Manager is essential in achieving this vision. As a Software Application Development Project Manager, you will have a broad range of tasks and responsibilities, including the following:

• Provide expert leadership to guide and manage multiple IT project teams in requirements analysis, systems analysis and design, development, testing, and deployment to achieve desired business outcomes.

• Provide project management leadership, standards, and methodologies to information technology projects and initiatives that address the combined interests of the department and its many partners.

• You will be trusted to effectively manage project artifacts such as project charters, communication plans, schedules, change and risk management plans, and resources for each assigned project.

• You will organize, oversee, lead, and monitor the progress of multi-disciplinary work teams composed of DCBS divisions and its varying stakeholders depending on the project at hand.

• You will manage the scope, schedules, risks, changes, budgets, and timelines for all aspects of each assigned information technology project.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description by clicking here.

Here's what you need to qualify:

Information Systems Specialist 8 Minimum Qualifications:

• Seven (7) years of information systems experience in professional project management of information technology projects. Experience must include project management activities of leading projects from initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closure, and hand-off to operations; AND managing software application development projects based on software application development methodologies;

OR

• An associate degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND 5 years of information systems experience in professional project management of information technology projects. Experience must include project management activities of leading projects from initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closure, and hand-off to operations; AND managing software application development projects based on software application development methodologies;

OR

• A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND three (3) years of information systems experience in professional project management of information technology projects. Experience must include project management activities of leading projects from initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closure, and hand-off to operations; AND managing software application development projects based on software application development methodologies;

OR

• A master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience in professional project management of information technology projects. Experience must include project management activities of leading projects from initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closure, and hand-off to operations; AND managing software application development projects based on software application development methodologies.

Requested Skills:

• Demonstrated proficiency in project management practices and an ability to create foundational project artifacts.

• Proven success managing software application development projects through Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

• Proven ability to develop project goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.

• Adept at recognizing and anticipating emerging project risks and business priorities and addressing these developments through risk mitigation, contingency plans, and communication strategies.

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities under conflicting and time sensitive deadlines.

• Demonstrated proficiency in facilitating meetings and conversations and articulate expected outcomes, issues, and risks.

• Aptitude to explain complex technical issues to non-technical executive management must be demonstrated.

• Collaboration, team building, and relationship-building.

• Ability to provide direction and mentorship to project team members.

• Excellent communication skills: interpersonal, verbal and written.

Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications, special requirements (listed in the position description) and requested skills of this position will be invited to an interview.

Application information:

• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Your cover letter must articulate the reasons you believe you have the expertise we're seeking for this position. (Refer to the Requested Skills section above.)

• Please attach your resume and cover letter in the "Resume / Cover Letter" section of the application.

• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.

• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.

• This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.

• We hire preferred workers! For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.

• The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about DCBS

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at DCBS.Recruiting@dcbs.oregon.gov or by phone at 503-378-3200.

DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. For more information, please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.