IT Project Manager

Clark County Information Technology seeks an experienced and driven Information Technology Project Manager to guide and complete a diverse set of technology projects across the County. This position serves as the point of contact for assigned IT projects. It ensures projects finish on time and meet defined parameters. The role supports the County’s strategic and operational aims. The IT Project Manager partners with various IT teams, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and client services, along with business associates in County government. This position requires the candidate to reside in either Oregon or Washington.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in project management methodology and can lead several projects of varying sizes and complexity. They possess strong interpersonal skills and have experience finding agreement among diverse collaborators. This person works well independently, is able to explain technical ideas to non-technical audiences, and grasps the many dynamics involved in delivering technology projects within the public sector. Experience handling vendor relationships, contracts, and external service providers is crucial.

This position allows mostly remote work but may require on-site attendance for important meetings, project achievements, and department events as needed. Therefore, you must live in OR and /or WA - no exceptions. The IT Project Manager role is part of the IT Guild bargaining unit.Qualifications

Primary Duties

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, 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.

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

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 .