Job Description
Make a tangible impact on the state of Ohio.
Are you an experienced Project Manager looking for a career with stability, purpose, and excellent benefits? The Ohio Department of Administrative Services is seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Project Manager to lead our digital transformation initiatives. In this role, you will oversee the delivery of critical technology solutions that serve millions of citizens across the state.
We offer a competitive salary package, comprehensive health coverage, a generous pension plan, and a collaborative work environment dedicated to public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closure) for large-scale state IT projects.
- Manage cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, and external vendors, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
- Communicate project status, risks, and achievements to senior leadership and key stakeholders on a regular basis.
- Ensure all deliverables comply with state regulations, security standards, and quality assurance protocols.
- Facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies and drive continuous improvement within the project team.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- PMP, PgMP, or PSM certification is strongly required.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT project management, with at least 3 years in a government or large-scale enterprise environment.
- Proven experience managing budgets over $1M and leading teams of 5+ members.
- Strong proficiency in MS Project, JIRA, and Agile project management tools.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.