Closing Date: 4/16/24 or upon receipt of 50 application submissions IT Project Manager – IMSD Full-Time, SalarySalary Range: $90,812.80 – $107,473.60 Job Summary: The IT Project Manager plans, executes, and finalizes projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The IT Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its lifecycle, consistent with the IT Project Management Office’s (PMO’s) processes and goals. Additionally, the IT Project Manager supports the IT PMO in its continuous improvement efforts around project management processes and oversight.Essential Responsibilities:Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support County goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis. Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders. Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Track project milestones and deliverables. Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle. Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. Ensure quality in all aspects of work.Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals within established project timelines.Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. Track and monitor project member time and associated costs. Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the County. Determine and assess the need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments, if necessary, during the project cycle.Manage projects from beginning to end. Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths. Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations. Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans. Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project. Work effectively in a matrix environment Develop a culture of collaborationActively participate in continuous improvement ideation and efforts to improve the IT PMO’s maturity and capabilities.Other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements: Current resident of the State of Wisconsin.Intermediate knowledge of project management software tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, etc)Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) Intermediate knowledge of project management techniques and methods. Associate’s Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.At least two (2) years of Project management experience.At least three (3) years’ experience with supervising or managing a project/program. Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:Project Management Institute (PMI) – Project Management Professional (PMP) – Highly DesirableProject Management Institute (PMI) – Program Management Professional (PgMP) – PreferredProject Management Institute (PMI) – Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) – PreferredBachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or Business Administration, or related field Preferred.Experience with healthcare and healthcare applications – Highly DesirableKnowledge, skills, and abilities: Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential; Can conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities; Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently; Flexible during times of change; Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of backgrounds and disciplines; Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating; Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments; Ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise; Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity; Strong written and oral communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products; Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies; Leads with a customer service mindset; Has the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Note: This Original Examination is open to current residents of the state of Wisconsin. The selection process will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods.