IT Project Manager - ITS2

Working Title: IT Project Manager

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 2

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID : 82600

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 12/26/2024

• Closing Date : 01/02/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services

• Division/Unit : Department of Human Services / Project Management Office

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $27.76 - $45.14 / hourly; $57,962 - $94,252 / annually

• Job Class Option : Project Management

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,600+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (~~~/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at Minnesota's largest state agency, the Department of Human Services (DHS). The MNIT DHS team supports complex and varied technical needs, including systems that provide health care coverage, deliver child protection and welfare services, and provide support for Minnesotans with special needs including mental illness, chemical dependencies, and physical or developmental disabilities.

Are you passionate about leading projects that make a real difference? Join our team as an IT Project Manager and take the lead on shaping the future of technology and business solutions across the state. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage small and less complex IT projects while contributing to larger initiatives alongside experienced project managers.

In this position, you will oversee the development, enhancement, and retirement of IT solutions, systems, and processes that span foundational infrastructure, enterprise applications, and innovative services. Your work will ensure that these projects are delivered effectively and consistently, with a focus on quality and impact.

You will

• Lead projects through initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure using industry best practices, including PMBOK standards and guidelines established by MNIT.

• Collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO) to coordinate project intake, assist with project justification and prioritization, and prepare portfolio reports for leadership.

• Ensure the consistent use of project management controls, including planning, scheduling, risk management, status reporting, and change control.

Your role will be critical in delivering projects that meet objectives and support statewide IT initiatives. If you're ready to contribute your skills, support innovative solutions, and grow within a dynamic team, this is the role for you!

This position is currently eligible for full-time telework:

• Telework (~~~) for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

• Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. (~~~) :

Position requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience performing IT project management functions and/or IT project coordination.

Experience must include

• Coordinating project tasks and deliverables.

• Utilizing project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.

• Managing project schedules, risks, and budgets.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Knowledge of project management tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Planview, or similar).

• Strong communication, facilitation, organizational, and analytical skills, with a proven ability to deliver results in a structured and documented manner.

• Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.

A bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for two (2) years of experience, OR an IT or related associate's degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of industry best practices for project management and Agile, including service and systems development.

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile certification or equivalent.

• Basic understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and/or Program Management Lifecycle frameworks, including concepts and best practices.

• Experience using Collaborative Lifecycle Management tools and SharePoint to support project and product delivery.

• Experience working within a government or public sector IT environment.

• Familiarity with statewide or large-scale IT system implementations.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple small projects simultaneously while supporting larger project initiatives.

• Proficiency in developing project portfolio reports and presenting progress to leadership.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check

• Reference Check

• Social Security and Address Verification

• Education Verification

• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.