Senior Technical PM (PM3)

State of Oregon

1d • Remote

About The Position

If you are a self-starter with strong communication and facilitation skills as well as a background in project management, this position may be for you! The Public Employees Retirement System is recruiting for one (1) Senior Technical PM (Project Manager 3) position in the Modernization Division (MOD), Enterprise Portfolio, Innovation and Change (EPIC) section. This is a full-time, permanent position. This position is based at our headquarters office in Tigard, Oregon, however, it is a 100% remote work position. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). We serve the people of Oregon by administering public employee benefit trusts to pay the right person, the right benefit, at the right time. Modernization Division (MOD) This position will reside in the Enterprise Portfolio, Innovation and Change (EPIC) section within the Modernization Division. The Modernization Division provides leadership and support services necessary to achieve PERS’ key goals in support of the mission, vision, core values and operating principles. Services are provided to all departments throughout the enterprise. The division is recognized as the center of excellence in developing solutions for and implementing critical agency decisions. Enterprise Portfolio, Innovation and Change (EPIC) Section The EPIC section is focused on supporting business and enterprise capabilities through various methods to include but not limited to, business process management, data-driven determinations, project, and portfolio management. It is through these efforts that EPIC contributes to the outcomes and implementation of the strategic plan. What you will be doing: This Senior Technical Project Manager position leads the planning and administration of large complex agency-wide enterprise projects which involve IT projects sponsored by Executive-level staff within PERS. Elements include all aspects of project management from initiation to closing. Technical Project Managers generally manage multiple projects that are cross functional, generally addressing two or more operating divisions of the agency. Position may also work directly with other state agencies, PERS employers, contractors, and vendors. Agency executives normally sponsor projects assigned to this position, and the incumbent has additional reporting responsibilities to the PERS Project Steering Committee. For a complete review of the position description, please contact the recruiter [e-mail].

Requirements

• Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept; OR
• Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification; OR
• Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR
• Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.

Nice To Haves

• Experienced with Formal Project Management methodologies
• Experienced in developing technical project plans and working with technical teams
• Self-Starter
• High Communication Skills
• Strong Facilitation skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively on teams efficiently.
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning and administration of large complex agency-wide enterprise projects which involve IT projects sponsored by Executive-level staff within PERS.
• Elements include all aspects of project management from initiation to closing.
• Technical Project Managers generally manage multiple projects that are cross functional, generally addressing two or more operating divisions of the agency.
• Position may also work directly with other state agencies, PERS employers, contractors, and vendors.
• Agency executives normally sponsor projects assigned to this position, and the incumbent has additional reporting responsibilities to the PERS Project Steering Committee.

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Remote work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level