IT Project Manager

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
301 West Jefferson Street (Show on map)
Apr 12, 2025
Posting Date 04/11/25 Application Deadline 04/17/25 Pay Range $79,000 - $126,000 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Enterprise Technology About the Position As an IT Project Manager with the Elections IT Services team, you will play a crucial role in modernizing and securing elections, voter registration, and document recording systems-critical functions that impact democracy and public trust. You'll collaborate with elections officials, IT teams, county leadership, and external vendors to lead projects implementing technology solutions that ensure accuracy, security, and efficiency in managing voter data and public records. This role is both dynamic and rewarding, requiring you to navigate complex stakeholder needs, evolving regulations, and high-stakes deadlines, all while driving process improvements and IT advancements. About Us Are you looking for a career in a dynamic organization that embraces a can-do spirit? Look no further than Maricopa County's Enterprise Technology & Innovation! We are a team that prides ourselves on leveraging technology to create digital transformations. We look for ways to bring about innovative solutions while providing top-notch customer service. Apply today and become part of the team that makes a lasting impact on the future of technology at Maricopa County. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Three years of experience in managing IT projects or IT business analysis involving project planning through completion Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Experience with multiple project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) Experience with creating and maintaining project plans, documentation, timelines, and reports for stakeholders and executive leadership Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines Experience with Microsoft Project and/or other Project Management Tools Experience in Government or Elections Technology Understanding of Microsoft Azure DevOps Knowledge of County Government programs, the associated data and business functions, and an understanding of the County's budgeting and fiscal control procedures Knowledge of various office productivity software programs such as word processing, databases, spreadsheet programs, and communications software Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or other equivalent certifications Job Contributions Oversees system projects by managing scope, cost, schedule, internal resources, and external vendors, while facilitating project management meetings-including standups, status updates, retrospectives, and requirements sessions-with team members, stakeholders, and other involved parties Assist the Business Analyst Manager with executive updates and meetings as necessary Creating & Updating Project Documents / Artifacts and Project Management Tools per County Standards and Guidelines Tracks weekly work effort and resource allocation, and resolves procedural, operational, and other project-related issues to ensure smooth project execution Engages in professional development, evaluates existing processes, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes Leads and manages the successful implementation of a technology solutions for the Elections Department Builds and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including vendors and serves on various committees, teams and work groups Manages vendors that are key to the success of the project and validates that all vendors fulfill the terms of contract and deliverables. Maintains historical project records including financial documents (e.g., timecards and invoices) Ensures compliance with change control and quality management policies. Notify management of policy changes or exceptions in a timely manner Working Conditions Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!