IT Project Manager

The City of Phoenix Information Technology Services Project Management Office needs an IT professional to support their project management services for major projects. This position handles all project management processes incorporating full documentation and may include facilitating the procurement phase. This is a full time, 40 hours/week position located in downtown Phoenix. This position will work on various projects and may involve several city departments.

The ideal candidate will have relevant IT project management experience that includes proficiency with MicroSoft Project Server (Project Web App – Online). The incumbent manages major multi-year project implementations. This position provides full medical benefits as well as sick, vacation, and holiday pay, and is eligible for civil service credit in the job classification and participation in the retirement system.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment may close when we have received a sufficient number of qualified applications.

SALARY

$73,653- $109,658 annually. Appointment can be made above the minimum depending upon qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package includes: 11.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, 15 sick days, free bus/light rail pass, traditional pension and 457/401 plans, tuition reimbursement upon hire, choice of Blue Cross/Blue Shield or Cigna HMO, PPO. For more details, visit:

https://www.phoenix.gov/hrsite/Benefit%20Category/007.pdf

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Three years of experience in program/project management
• Three years of experience managing program/project teams
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, information technology, or related field
• Excellent customer service and business relationship communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to produce excellent written project documentation
• Advanced proficiency with MS Word, OneNote, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• This is a salaried/exempt position, and incumbents must have the ability to work after hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Only the highest qualified candidates will be posted to the eligible to hire lis.
• This position may be subject to Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) background standards. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must be fingerprinted and will have their fingerprints used to check the Criminal History Records of the State of Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any records returned will be reviewed to determine the candidate’s suitability for the job.
• Some positions and assignments within the City may be required to pass specific background checks and/or a polygraph relative to the department. The general factors for disqualification are listed at https://www.phoenix.gov/hrsite/Documents/disqualifierscivilian.pdf
• Some positions in this classification require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess an appropriate valid Arizona driver’s license, possess personal insurance coverage, and have an acceptable driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Includes the job requirements listed above, plus:

• Master’s Degree in Business/Public Administration, Information Technology or a related field
• Current PMI Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP)
• Experience using Power BI and/or PWA (MS Project Server–Online) Administrator Experience

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• All finalists for positions may be subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• For other important information related to employment with the City of Phoenix, please visit:
• https://www.phoenix.gov/hrsite/Documents/Talent-Acquisition/Employment-Information.pdf
• If you need assistance applying for this job, please contact our HR Connection Center at (602) 495-5700.

REFERENCE

IT Project Manager, JC: 09440, ID# 26648, 03/26/2018, 6 mos, CH , Benefits: 007, Q

City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer; our employees demonstrate superior seamless customer service, integrity, and commitment to innovation, efficiency, and fiscally responsible activity.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.