Offer summary

Qualifications:

Extensive experience (10 years) in managing complex IT projects and leading teams., Proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall., Strong background in business analysis, including requirements gathering and technical specifications development., Excellent communication skills tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences..

Key responsibilities:

Develop and manage comprehensive project plans including scope, timeline, and budget.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of project tasks.

Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Facilitate stakeholder meetings and ensure project deliverables meet quality standards.

Job description

The Department of Natural Resources Information Technology (DNR IT) executive program

is seeking applicants for an IT Project Manager position to support Wastewater Permit

Database Update project. This position requires a full-time commitment (40 hours/week)

and is ideal for an advanced project manager who can also excel in the role of a business

analyst.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of project management and business analysis

expertise, along with strong technical and interpersonal skills.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban,

Waterfall) and tools.

• Direct experience managing large-scale IT projects involving multiple technical

resources and diverse stakeholders.

• Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and tools, including data analysis,

requirements gathering, and process modeling

Experience creating technical specifications and system designs for custom

application development.

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to prioritize and meet project objectives.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to technical and

non-technical audiences.

• Knowledge of data analysis tools and business intelligence tools for creating reports

and dashboards.

• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage competing

demands effectively.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Familiarity with DevOps, Confluence, SharePoint, and other collaboration tools.

• Experience in government or public sector IT environments.

Key Attributes:

• Highly analytical and self-motivated.

• Team player with strong collaboration skills.

• Flexible and adaptable to change.

• Committed to delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

• Dependable and committed.

This position reports to the DNR IT PMO Supervisor. The role involves utilizing DNR IT

standards, software, and tools to deliver strategic initiatives.

Primary Tasks:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timeline, resources, and

budget.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project tasks are completed on

schedule.

• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and addressing risks and issues.

• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to review project updates and gather feedback.

• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with organizational

goals.

• Manage project documentation, including status reports, schedules, and risk logs.

• Foster clear communication among project team members, stakeholders, and

leadership.

• Support change management processes to ensure smooth project transitions and

adoption.

• Oversee project closure activities, including final reporting, lessons learned, and

knowledge transfer

Requirements

Top Skills (5) & Years of Experience:

• Skilled in managing complex IT projects, leading teams, supporting stakeholders, and implementing IT infrastructure. - 10 years

• Knowledge and direct experience working as a business analyst/project manager in collaboration with IT professionals, such as developers and business experts to create requirements and develop technical specifications for use in developing custom applications. (Focus on experience creating requirements and developing technical specifications). – 10 years

• Proficient in project management methodologies like Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or Waterfall. - 10 years

• Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and best practices related to business needs, investigative techniques, workflows, use cases, user stories, comparison analysis, time and cost estimates, data analysis tools and techniques. – 10 years

• Highly analytical and self-motivating with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities. – 10 years

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with DevOps, Confluence, SharePoint, and other collaboration tools.

• Experience in government or public sector IT environments

Project details:

The Department of Natural Resources Information Technology (DNR IT) executive program is seeking applicants for an IT Project Manager position to support Wastewater Permit Database Update project. This position requires a full-time commitment (40 hours/week) and is ideal for an advanced project manager who can also excel in the role of a business analyst.

Additional details:

- Work hours are during business hours between 8:00am – 5:00pm.

- Must have reliable internet provided at own expense for working remotely.

- State holidays are not paid unless part of work agreement. No overtime and no weekend differential.

- At the end of the contract, the equipment must be returned. If it cannot be dropped off in person or if DNR Equipment is damaged during the contract, replacement and shipping is done at supplier’s expense.

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