Information Technology Project Manager job description

 is responsible for performing a variety of advanced professional level work in planning, coordinating, and managing one or more largescale or highly complex projects, which may have a Citywide or multiple department impact through the project’s lifecycle and implementation

Duties include:

developing, implementing and training staff on project management standards, strategic planning and related activities;

managing largescale projects using the Information Technology (IT) Department’s Project Management Standards;

ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all project processes and documentation, management reports and project status reporting according to IT Project Management Standards;

organizing, planning, and directing all project activities throughout the project’s lifecycle and implementation (e.g., research/analysis, requirements gathering, risk assessments, technical alternatives, development and implementation planning);

acting as primary contact for each project;

developing project proposals which include business justification, return on investment, risk assessment, and goals/objectives;

facilitating meetings with customers, staff, and contractors in support of project
activities;

facilitating resolution of project issues; scheduling and tracking resource needs and activities (including City staff, contractors, and outside agencies) in order to meet project objectives and to ensure overall quality of work; ensuring all work is done in alignment with City and IT long term strategies;
monitoring, evaluating, and providing performance appraisal feedback on City staff’s quality of work;

managing the procurement processes which includes defining the technical and business requirements, and writing, evaluating, and managing the selection of Request for Bid proposals; managing and authorizing project budgets to ensure projects remain on time and onbudget;

and performing related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualification(s) Required.

Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.

Extensive (5+ years) experience in project management of largescale systems or services, preferably in IT.

Preferred/Desirable Qualification(s).

Experience in budgeting functions and Microsoft Project, along
with certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) are highly desirable.

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Information Technology Project Manager job description