Job: Project Manager
Location: Remote, USA
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Project Start: Early August
Project Duration: 12 months (Oct 2027)
Must have:- Experience with Student Information Systems(SIS) implementations- Major plus if they have experience with Special Education SIS implementation experience.
Must have three professional references: - These references must be supervisory references from past employment, and at least one of the three must be a supervisor from employment where the candidate worked in a role similar to what is being requested for this position.
Job Description
We are looking for a Project Manager to serve as the coordinator and director for large-scale, agency-wide initiatives, with a specific focus on the transition to a new Special Education Student Information System. This position will be Remote.
What You ll Do
Serve as the primary point of contact for project direction, issue resolution, and coordination among internal teams, external vendors, and the Bureau of Special Education within the state education agency.
Ensure all project activities, system features, and implementation decisions align with federal and state special education requirements, including compliance with IDEA and related state regulations.
Collaborate with the selected vendor on system design, configuration, testing, and implementation to meet operational, reporting, and compliance needs.
Work closely with subject matter experts, technical specialists, and agency leadership while managing or supporting team members assigned to project tasks.
Lead planning and execution for statewide rollout across school districts, including coordinating training, supporting user adoption, and ensuring a smooth transition from legacy systems.
What You'll Need
Required:
5 years of experience working as a technical Project Manager
3 years of PM experience supporting Student Information System implementations and data integration tools (ETL platforms, APIs)
5 years of experience with project management and collaboration tools (JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, MS Project)
3 years of experience developing data validation and reporting tools for compliance reporting
5 years of experience with database technologies (SQL Server, Oracle, or Postgres)
3 years of experience with identity and access management technologies (SSO, SAML, AzureAD)
5 years of experience with testing tools (automated or manual test case management platforms)
5 years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
5 years of experience integrating risk management and quality assurance methodologies in projects
Preferred:
3 years of experience with Special Education Student Information Systems in large school districts or at the state level
3 years of experience developing, coordinating, and leading large-scale trainings
Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, for significant interaction with team members
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