IT PROJECT MANAGER

Date: Mar 5, 2025

Req ID: 47685

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPT OF FINANCE AND ADMIN

Anticipated Starting Salary: $64,445

Position Number: 22115117
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 3/18/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $64,445
DFA - OIS

Position Specifics:

This position will be in the DFA Office of Information Services Project Management Office. The position will serve as a Project Manager and is responsible for leading and coordinating projects from start to finish. They ensure that assigned projects are completed on time, within budget, and meets the required quality standards.
- Define the project scope, objectives, and deliverables, including identifying tasks, resources, and timelines.
- Assembling the project team and assigning roles, monitoring team progress and ensure effective communication.
- Identifying potential risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
- Keeping stakeholders informed about the project's progress, including regular updates and status reports.
- Addressing any issues or roadblocks that arise during the project lifecycle to the stakeholders and leadership.

The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

Position Information

Class Code: D122C

Grade: IT07

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $64,444.00 - $102,790

Summary

The Information Technology (IT) Project Manager is responsible for project plan development, and managing and reporting on the following project elements: scope, time, communications, cost, human resources, integration, risk, quality, and procurement. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Functions

Implement portfolio, program and project management best practices, including project governance, change management, organizational communications, key metrics and dashboards. Completes project management activities for all phases of the project life cycle, which includes initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout. Defines and facilitates project scope and objectives, and interfaces with all areas affected by the project. Acts as the project management liaison between the agency and DIS, as needed. Assembles project team, identifies resources needed, assigns individual responsibilities, and develops schedules, to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines. Ensures adherence to quality standards, and tracks and reviews project deliverables. Executes communication and risk management plans for project activities. Determines need for training and certifications for project team. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Occasional in-state automotive travel and limited air transportation travel are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state budgetary and fiscal business processes and procedures. Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools. Knowledge of DIS business standards and procedures. Knowledge of current and emerging information technologies. Ability to develop and maintain a good rapport with clients, vendors, peers and supervisors. Ability to effectively communicate to direct contacts through written and verbal media.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in computer science, business management or a related field; plus three years of experience in project leadership, management or a related field.

Licenses

Must possess a certificate as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or its equivalent or must obtain PMP certification within one year of employment. Must possess a valid Arkansas driver's license.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.

Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.