IT PROJECT MANAGER

Date: Feb 7, 2026

Req ID: 55089

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPT OF FINANCE AND ADMIN

Anticipated Starting Salary: $80,414

Position Number: 22115113
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 2/11/2026
Anticipated Starting Salary: $80,414
Office of Information Services

Agency-Specific Role Focus:

This position primarily manages application, web-based, and business solution projects rather than infrastructure, cybersecurity operations, or network engineering efforts. The role is responsible for full lifecycle delivery of software implementations, SaaS platforms, digital services, and business process modernization initiatives. Responsibilities include scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, vendor coordination, stakeholder engagement, requirements alignment, user acceptance activities, and deployment planning to ensure solutions deliver measurable business value.

Agency-Specific Experience Expectations:

Successful candidates will demonstrate direct project leadership experience managing technology or business system projects from initiation through closeout using established project management practices and tools. Candidates should have experience leading cross-functional teams, coordinating business stakeholders, and producing formal project artifacts such as project plans, schedules, status reports, and risk/issue logs. Familiarity with structured methodologies (PMBOK-based, Agile, or hybrid approaches) and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, or similar) is strongly desired. Experience limited to technical operations, cybersecurity, or network administration without responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder management does not meet the core expectations of this role.

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.

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

Job Series: IT Project Management – Career Path

Classification: IT Project Manager

Class Code: IIP02P

Pay Grade: IST08

Salary Range: $80,414 - $131,201

Job Summary

The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing technology projects that support state government operations. This position ensures that IT solutions are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with state regulations. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring project alignment with agency goals and technology standards.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets for IT initiatives. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders. Monitor project progress, milestones, and risks to ensure successful delivery. Serve as the primary point of contact between IT teams, state agencies, and vendors. Facilitate requirements gathering, solution design, and implementation planning with business and technical teams. Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication and alignment of project objectives. Provide regular status updates, risk assessments, and performance reports to leadership and stakeholders. Identify and mitigate project risks, security concerns, and compliance issues. Ensure adherence to Arkansas state IT policies, cybersecurity best practices, and procurement regulations. Implement contingency plans and issue resolution strategies for project challenges. Recommend process improvements and technology solutions to enhance efficiency and service delivery. Assist in the modernization of state IT systems, cloud migration, and digital transformation initiatives.

Knowledge and Skills

Proficiency in IT project management methodologies. Experience managing software development, IT infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or digital transformation projects. Knowledge of state IT governance, security compliance frameworks, and procurement policies. Ability to lead teams, drive project success, and make data-informed decisions. Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical information to non-technical audiences. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing project demands.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of three years of experience in project management engineering, systems administration, or a related field.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

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.