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Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States
Remote only
Lead the full project lifecycle for IT initiatives, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing
Develop project charters, maintain schedules, risk logs, issues logs, decision logs, communication plans, and provides weekly status reports
Facilitate project meetings, working sessions, and steering committee presentations; prepare and distribute clear and timely meeting documentation
Collaborate with resource managers to ensure projects are resourced effectively and manage project tasks assignments
Collaborate with project team to identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues; raise concerns appropriately and develop mitigation strategies
Serve as the primary point of contact between IT and business collaborators throughout project delivery
Manage vendor and contractor engagements, including statement of work development, deliverable tracking, and performance oversight
Provide regular reporting to IT leadership on project status, key accomplishments, and next steps
Encourage and maintain uniform application of project management standards, tools, and templates throughout the IT department
Assist procurement activities associated with technology projects, including requirements documentation and evaluation assistance
Contribute to continuous improvement of IT project management practices, processes, and governance
Perform other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
A minimum of five (5) years of advancing responsibility in managing information technology projects, with proven skill in leading cross-functional project teams
Skilled in project management frameworks (Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid approaches)
Experience preparing and maintaining project documentation, including schedules, risk registers, status reports, and communication plans
Proven capability to handle several simultaneous projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal presentation skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to varied audiences
Experience coordinating with third-party vendors and managing contract work
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain positive relationships across organizational boundaries
Ability to work independently and demonstrate effective judgment with minimal supervision in a remote work environment
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for the required qualifications.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Experience with Agile/Scrum frameworks and familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms
Proficiency with project portfolio management and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Planner, SharePoint)
Knowledge of IT infrastructure, enterprise applications, or cybersecurity project environments
Experience working in a government or public sector organization, including familiarity with public procurement processes and budget cycles
Familiarity with principles guiding transitions and their application in technology projects
Experience supporting or participating in technology governance committees or project review boards
Experience with developing a PMO and refining PMO processes
Selection Process:
Resumes and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Irene.Chrest@clark.wa.govClark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
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