IT Project Manager---onsite interview.

• Bachelor s degree in Information Technology, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience with complex software or enterprise system implementations.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale, cross-departmental or multi-agency projects, preferably in the public sector.
• Familiarity with public safety operations, including dispatch, incident reporting, and detention workflows.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Teams, and Office/M365 tools.
• Experience managing third-party vendors and software integrators.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP and/or ITIL certification are highly desirable.
• Previous experience implementing CAD/RMS/JMS platforms (e.g., Hexagon, Tyler, CentralSquare, Motorola/Spillman, etc.).
• Familiarity with CJIS compliance, NCIC requirements, and incident-based reporting standards.
• Experience using SmartSheet as a project management platform, or demonstrated ability to quickly adopt new tools (SmartSheet is the City's preferred PM tool).
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments requiring calm, confidence, and clarity.
• Skilled in translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Special Requirements

• Must pass local law enforcement background check prior to employment.
• Must obtain NCIC certification within 3 months of hire (training provided).
• Must be available for occasional off-hours coordination tied to cutovers, testing, and public safety operational windows.

This is a rare opportunity to help modernize critical infrastructure that directly supports the safety and wellbeing of the Cedar Rapids community. If you are a results-driven professional passionate about public service and technology, we encourage you to apply.