Sr. IT Project Manager

THE ROLE:  The Senior Information Technology Project Manager will plan, establish, and manage information technology (IT) projects and will serve as a liaison between the business and technical aspects of assigned projects. This position will provide IT support to the entire organization. This position is eligible for remote work, with in person meetings roughly once a month in SeaTac, Washington.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

• Partner with key leaders and Subject Matter Experts to assess needs, compile data, design, develop, implement and manage systems solutions

• Accountable for planning and allocating resources, preparing budgets, monitoring progress, and keeping stakeholders informed throughout the project lifecycle

• Provides a leadership role and assists other organizations within the Agency as they implement various new applications

• Create and tracks support KPI’s and does trending analysis

• Constantly stays on top of Cyber security needs, ensures we have a robust security infrastructure in place, and that employees are adequately trained.

• Manages assigned IT projects to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope of project.

• Develops, maintains, and revises proposals for assigned projects including project objectives, technologies, systems, information specifications, timelines, funding, and staffing.

• Sets and tracks project milestones; manages and accounts for unforeseen delays, then realigns schedules and expectations as needed.

• Establishes and implements project communication plans, providing status updates to affected staff and stakeholders.

• Collects, analyzes, and summarizes information and trends as needed to prepare project status reports. 

• Oversees the day-to-day workflow of the department.

• Hires, trains, assigns duties and responsibilities, and oversees workflow of project staff.

• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.  

• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.   

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Organized with excellent attention to detail.

• Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Thorough understanding of project management principles and planning.  

• Thorough understanding of information technology procedures and practices. 

• Proficient with, or able to quickly become proficient with, a range of general and specialized applications, software, and hardware used in the organization and the industry.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Ability to motivate groups of people to complete a project in a timely manner.  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer or Information Science-related field or equivalent experience; Master’s degree preferred.

• At least five years of related experience required.

• A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to project manage a MS enterprise system conversion preferred.

• Demonstrated experience managing the implementation and/or optimization of Ceridian Dayforce preferred.

The Perks:  We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance.  Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year.  Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year.  A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements.  Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.