IT Project Manager 2
IT Project Manager 2
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$103572.17 $155358.54 AnnualDepartment:
Department of County Assets (DCA)Job Type:
Regular RepresentedExemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 20 2025
The Opportunity:
The Opportunity
This Work Matters
Join our team at Multnomah County IT where were driving innovation in local government. Were looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to guide complex technology initiatives. If you value a collaborative and inclusive team culture wed like to hear from you.
Multnomah County IT is one of the most innovative government IT organizations in the nation dynamically aligning itself with emerging industry trends. We are a group of creative smart and talented people who foster an inclusive environment of collaboration and fun. Our strength is the diversity of our people.
Overview
The IT Project Manager 2 is responsible for leading the planning and of simultaneous projects of moderate to high complexity for the Information Technology Division within the Department of County Assets (DCA) at Multnomah County. Youll spearhead a range of critical IT projects from deploying enterprise software and developing custom applications to upgrading infrastructure and integrating complex data systems while guiding multidisciplinary teams and contributing to strategic technology direction.
You will lead transformative projects that modernize county services directly enhancing resident experiences and driving operational efficiency. Your work will uphold our commitment to public service and accountability.
Our Commitment to Safety Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees.
The job responsibilities include:
Project Leadership: Take ownership of medium to largescale technology projects including defining project scope developing detailed project plans managing resources and ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance and supervision to project team members ensuring that project objectives are aligned with customer business needs technical best practices and the countys Digital Experience Standard. Perform the scrum master role in agile development projects.
Strategic DecisionMaking: Collaborate with stakeholders and senior leadership to evaluate and select technology products and services that best support the countys strategic goals
UserCentered Design: Employ a usercentered design approach to understand and advocate for the needs of our diverse users ensuring that digital experiences are intuitive accessible and effective.
Facilitation: Foster open communication and collaboration between internal teams and external partners including government agencies vendors and service providers.
Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of analysts developers and customer groups to translate user needs into actionable technology requirements and ensure successful project .
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks proactively ensuring that contingency plans are in place to address unforeseen challenges.
Communication & Reporting: Maintain open and transparent communication with project sponsors and stakeholders providing regular progress updates and performance reports.
Mentorship & Guidance: Participate in the evolution of the IT PMO sharing your experience with other project leads and analysts and ensure project deliverable meets county standards. Stay up to date on emergency project management trends and best practices.
You will be successful in this role if you:
Are creative and innovative: You actively seek opportunities to improve processes and foster a work environment of collaboration inclusion and critical thinking.
Adept with navigating change: You accept change as an inevitable part of work and adapt plans as needed. You demonstrate selfawareness and emotional self regulation and readily offer support and encouragement to others.
A strong communicator: You are clear timely and effective in sharing information.
An equity promoter: You contribute to an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and leveraged to achieve the organizations goals.
Are adaptable: You actively seek additional knowledge in order to understand and obtain relevant information and improve outcomes.
Are empathetic: You have a Think Yes attitude actively seek feedback to understand customer needs focus on collaboration and respond promptly to requests.
To Qualify:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent practical experience AND
Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience managing IT projects including at least one project focused on website development or digital service design (Equivalency 9 years of qualifying training and/or experience).
Demonstrated experience managing medium to large technology projects of high complexity including defining procuring testing and implementing software and hardware solutions that support 200 users.
Demonstrated experience in the strategic coordination of both internal and external stakeholders including scope definition prioritization design oversight and change management within complex technology implementations.
This position must pass a criminal history check.
Ability to pass a criminal history record check
REQUIREMENT You must submit a Cover letter and Resume
Preferred Qualifications:
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Change Management Certification (PROSCI or other)
Logistics: (Please review before submitting your application)
Please be advised that this recruitment will close upon the close date or once we have received 150 applications.
All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. This is nonnegotiable.
WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSOR WORK OR STUDENT VISAS
The Application Packet:
A completed online application.
A resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer location dates of employment your title a brief summary of your responsibilities the number of employees under your supervision if applicable.
A cover letter that expands on your resume addresses why you are interested in this position and demonstrates how your experience and skill set aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
Note: The application resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility in the recruitment process.
The Selection Process:
For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.
Evaluation of technical knowledge skills and abilities: There is a virtual scored evaluation session with the hiring manager to review the required technical skills and knowledge for this position.
Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s) a hiring interview and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
Background check and reference checks: All finalists must pass a thorough criminal record check and reference check.
Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidates relevant experience education seniority training and/or tenure. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Additional Information:
This recruitment may be used to fill fulltime parttime temporary limited duration and oncall positions.
Routine Telework:
This position is designated as routine telework meaning you will be working remotely (from home); a hybrid schedule also is available. As with all routine telework positions employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. This is nonnegotiable. WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSOR WORK OR STUDENT VISAS
Type of Position:
Location: This position is located in the Multnomah Building 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd. See above for information about teleworking.
Schedule: A variety of work schedules are available. Some examples:
58s: 8 hours a day Monday through Friday
980: 9 hours a day Monday Through Thursday 8 hours/off alternating Fridays
494: 9 hours a day Monday through Thursday 4 hours on Friday.
Serving the Public Even During Disasters
Everyday Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather natural disaster or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses while typically there begins with a call for volunteers county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Allison ConklingEmail:
Phone:
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
9459 IT Project Manager 2Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
