IT Project Manager & Product Owner

Helena, MT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an IT Project Manager & Product Owner. This position is responsible for coordination and management of technology initiative projects with low-medium complexity or phases of complex technology initiative projects. This position is a critical link between the coordination of projects and business and agency goals. Through the application of project management principles methodologies and practices as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI) the PM will manage all aspects of a project from concept through delivery ensuring agency alignment standards compliance and business value in support of identified goals and objectives. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position reports to the Portfolio Manager and does not supervise others.

For a full job description please contact Alycia Gereg at .

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available

Health Dental and Vision Insurance

Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

Paid vacation sick leave and holidays

Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Benefits apply on first day of employment

Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in business information technology or related field.

4 years or project management experience business analysis experience or related field.

Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered. Such as an Associates degree and 6 years of experience OR 8 years of related experience.

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of project management principles methodologies and practices.

Experience with project management software tools (e.g. Microsoft Project Jira Smartsheet).

Understanding of technical development activities such as SDLC Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Required Application Materials:

A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

Required Experience:

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an IT Project Manager & Product Owner. This position is responsible for coordination and management of technology initiative projects with low-medium complexity or phases of complex technology initiative projects. This position is a cr...