PROJECT MANAGER
Recruitment # 24-129-0371
Date Opened 1/18/2024 08:00:00 AM
Closing Date 2/1/2024 11:59:00 PM
Salary Range $74,598.58-$130,547.51
Department INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Job Type Open and Competitive
Full/Part-Time Part-Time
Benefits Full Benefits
Reg/Temp Regular
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Job Description Loudoun County Government is actively seeking a dynamic and results-driven leader to assume the crucial position of Project Manager. In this transformative role, we are in search of a seasoned information technology professional who is forward-thinking and dedicated to fostering change, resolving intricate challenges, and propelling innovation. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience and a proven track record of instigating positive results-driven outcomes within teams while navigating the ever-evolving landscape of technologies.
If you are a results-oriented IT Project Manager with a passion for driving successful project outcomes, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of your dynamic team, actively shaping the technological landscape of Loudoun County Government.
This is a Part-Time position, working 32 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Oversight:
Provide subject matter expertise and support to the IT PPO, Program Practitioners, IT Leadership, and key stakeholders.
Oversee activities supporting strategic projects, ensuring compliance with reporting and governance standards.
Monitor key performance metrics such as scope, schedule, resource allocation, and budget.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Collaborate with key personnel and subject matter experts across departments to develop comprehensive project plans.
Facilitate collaboration among diverse groups to develop project requirements and plans, leading project discussions.
Communicate effectively and build relationships with stakeholders within County departments at all levels.
Reporting and Communication:
Create project charters, documenting objectives, stakeholders, budgets, resources, impacts, and risks.
Provide reports and escalate issues to DIT management and stakeholders.
Leadership and Innovation:
Demonstrate strong leadership skills, leveraging collaboration, engagement, creativity, and knowledge sharing to overcome challenges.
Conduct research, data collection, and analysis as needed.
Strive for continuous evaluation and improvement in project management deliverables and analysis by actively seeking solutions.
Process Improvement and PMO Support:
Familiarity with Project Management Institute (PMI) best practices and tools for project management, including both waterfall and agile methodologies.
Provide leadership and direction on project management principles and practices, supporting individuals and groups within the Department managing and delivering projects.
Support the PMO by identifying and developing process improvements as needed.
We are seeking an individual who has:
Three or more years of direct proven experience in IT Project Management.
Strong understanding of PMI best practices and project management methodologies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Proficient in effectively conveying information technology concepts to audiences with varying technical expertise and across different hierarchical levels.
Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Information Technology Infrastructure Library Foundation certification (ITIL) V3/V4.
Experience with ServiceNow.
Local government experience preferred
Salary commensurate with experience.
Benefits
Loudoun County Regular Full-time Employees are eligible for full benefits including but not limited to the following as a part of a total rewards package:
Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Deferred Compensation Plan
Annual leave
Longevity Leave
Sick leave
Paid Family Medical Leave
Annual Paid Holidays (14.5 per year)
Group Health Plan
Group Life Insurance
Exceptional Performance Recognition
Credit Union Membership
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education and Career Development
Virginia529 College Savings Plan
Click here for a full list of County Benefit (https://www.loudoun.gov/5010/Employee-Benefits)
Job Requirements
Requires combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; three (3) years of related experience preferably working in IT project management.
Special Requirements
Hold or obtain certifications preferred by the Department such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network +, CompTIA Security +, ServiceNow Certified System Administrator, Project Management Professional certification (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM). Preferred experience with project management software, SharePoint, Teams, and ServiceNow software. Local government, including schools, experience is highly preferred.
Post Conditional Offer Contingencies
The successful candidate will undergo CJIS Background/Fingerprinting check.
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Fill out the Application NOW using the Internet. If you have questions about how to apply online, you may contact us by phone at (703) 777-0213 or email us at [email protected]. EOE.