IT Project Manager II with PMP Certification

Overall Purpose of Position

• The project manager is responsible for managing to successful conclusion all aspects of USAC information technology initiatives. The results of this position will be a managed approach to information technology projects with increased scope, time, and objective achievement

Scope of Work

The position's Scope of Work include the following:

• Performs project planning, resourcing, cost estimating and scheduling.
• Manages technical resources assigned to the project team, from internal sources and/or external vendors.
• Works with stakeholders to assure project goals and execution are aligned with business goals.
• Contributes to system, data and application architecture decisions.
• Assures adherence to internal review processes and technical standards.
• Drives project activity to define milestones and deliverables.
• Monitors, tracks, and reports on project schedules and costs.
• Updates project stakeholders through weekly status reports and appropriate meetings.
• Coordinates project requirements with other IT functions.
• Generates standard project documentation that corresponds to a specific project phase.
• Consults with departments on business requirements and specifications.
• Determines the development and application of criteria to evaluate alternative systems and provides recommendations for product selection.
• Represents the IT department in coordination with other departments.
• Manages outsourced work, consultants, vendors, and relationships

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 to 7 years of experience performing the duties outlined above in a professional environment
• 4 to 6 years of demonstrated experience in information systems
• 4 to 6 years of hands-on experience in IT project management, project management practices and techniques, and also project management software
• Possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a related field or have equivalent related experience

Following Skills are Required

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Preparing and delivering information in a concise, professionally written format
• Preparing and presenting information to staff in an informal setting
• Working in teams, task forces, etc.
• Coordinating work among teams, groups, etc.
• Maintaining positive customer rapport
• Organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lift 15 25 pounds
• Strong computer and presentation skills

Desired Skills

• Experience with managing Information Technology projects within the Capability Maturity Model framework.
• Experience with Agile Methodologies
• Recommending and formulating short-range plans/decisions
• Analyzing and developing solutions to problems