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# IT Project Manager

- **Company:** The Town Of Clayton
- **Location:** Clayton, NC, United States
- **Salary:** $77,566.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c8abc65964bb3924

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Vendor selection?, degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume's on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.

## Description

The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering technology related projects across the Town. This role serves as a central liaison between Data & Technology, departments, vendors, and leadership to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational and strategic goals. This position manages a diverse portfolio including enterprise IT systems, process improvement initiatives, GIS projects, and facility technology implementations, upgrades, and standardization across Town departments. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. While not expected to be the technical expert in every area, this individual must effectively coordinate resources, remove obstacles, and ensure accountability throughout the project lifecycle.Plan, coordinate, and manage IT related projects from initiation through
completion.Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and success criteria.Coordinate cross functional teams including IT staff, GIS personnel, department representatives, and vendors.Track project progress and ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, and scope.Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate issues as necessary.Lead and support process improvement initiatives across Town departments, leveraging technology to improve efficiency and service delivery.Coordinate and manage GIS-related projects, ensuring alignment between technical teams and operational departments.Oversee technology projects, some examples may include new deployments, standardization, upgrades, implementations, and related policy development.Communicate project status, risks, and updates to leadership and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.Assist in vendor selection,
coordination, and performance management.Promote project management best practices and continuous improvement within the organization.Other duties as required.


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