Project Manager

Job Location:

• The office for this position is located in the Harry S. Truman State Office Building, 301 W High Street, Jefferson City, MO. 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to leverage your skills across a diverse range of projects? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with IT teams and state agency business customers? If so, we invite you to apply for a position with us!

At the Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division (OA-ITSD), our Project Managers are dedicated problem solvers who deliver high-quality outcomes for our customers. As a Project Manager, you will:

Lead and Innovate: Initiate, plan, manage, and lead project teams to implement strategic projects.

Drive Efficiency: Enhance productivity and efficiency for the organization and the citizens of Missouri.

Collaborate: Be a key player in partnerships between IT, multiple IT project teams, and state agency business customers.

• Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
  
  
• The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

This role is part of the OA-ITSD Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), providing support to one or more state agencies.

ITSD Core Values - We Innovate and Partner with Passion, Respect, and Integrity United as #OneTeam.

• Project Oversight: Provide overall planning, coordination, and oversight of all activities for assigned projects.
• Leadership: Lead projects through the entire Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Autonomy: Exercise independence, judgment, and initiative in leading projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Embrace continuous improvement and maximize value while eliminating waste using lean thinking.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with agency staff, business analysts, and developers to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Budget Governance: Oversee the assigned project budget.
• Status Reporting: Provide regular project status reports.
• Contract Management: Manage contracts for vendor-engaged projects.
• Strategic Support: Assist the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Directors, and/or Managers with strategic planning and direction.

• Project Management: Expertise in methodologies and best practices.
• Business Analysis: Strong understanding of business analysis principles.
• SDLC Knowledge: Familiarity with concepts, practices, and procedures within the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Core Competencies: Excellent communication, leadership, organization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills.
• Project Planning: Ability to plan and organize projects, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Independent Management: Proven ability to manage projects independently from conception to implementation.
• Decision-Making: Informed and effective decision-making skills.
• Risk Evaluation: Ability to evaluate options for solutions, considering all risks and impacts.
• Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to collaborate with professional staff and stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead a team, provide direction, and take initiative.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Strengths in Negotiation, Lean and Strategic Thinking, Building Strong Partnerships and Relationship Building, and the ability to develop productive, team-oriented relationships are also beneficial. Knowledge of Scrum, according to Scrum.org’s Scrum Guide, is also beneficial.

The classification for this position is Project Manager ; click for more information.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions please contact: ITSDRecruiting@oa.mo.gov

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