Job Description
Make an Impact in Public Service
The City of Portland is seeking a visionary and results-driven Senior IT Project Manager to join our Office of Innovation and Performance. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex technology initiatives that improve the lives of Portland residents. You will serve as the bridge between technical teams and city departments, ensuring our digital transformation goals are met with precision and excellence.
As a key member of our team, you will oversee the full project lifecycle—from initiation and planning to execution and closure—while navigating the unique challenges of the public sector. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to drive civic engagement and efficiency, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-level IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Manage cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and accountability.
- Oversee project budgets, resource allocation, and timelines to mitigate risks and ensure on-time delivery.
- Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including city officials and the public.
- Utilize Agile and Waterfall methodologies to adapt to changing requirements and stakeholder needs.
- Conduct regular project reviews and status reporting to senior leadership.
- Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency within the IT department.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in project management, with a strong preference for experience within the public sector or government.
- Proven experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects with significant budgets and diverse stakeholder groups.
- PMP, PgMP, or similar Project Management Professional certification is required.
- Strong proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical jargon into business value.
- Experience in Agile/Scrum environments is highly desirable.