IT Project Manager

Introduction:

The IT Project Manager will be responsible for managing complex IT projects, leading teams, supporting stakeholders, and implementing IT infrastructure. This role involves working as a business analyst/project manager in collaboration with IT professionals to create requirements and develop technical specifications for custom applications.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex IT projects
• Lead teams and support stakeholders
• Implement IT infrastructure
• Collaborate with IT professionals to create requirements and develop technical specifications
• Utilize project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or Waterfall
• Utilize business analysis methodologies and best practices
• Conduct data analysis and use data analysis tools
• Manage changing priorities and meet deadlines
• Utilize collaboration tools such as Jira Service Management, Azure DevOps, Confluence, and SharePoint
• Work on government or public sector IT projects

Requirements:

Required Skills:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in managing complex IT projects
• Minimum 10 years of experience in business analysis and creating technical specifications
• Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or Waterfall methodologies
• Strong knowledge of business analysis methodologies and best practices
• Highly analytical and self-motivated
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with Jira Service Management, Azure DevOps, Confluence, SharePoint, and other collaboration tools
• Experience in government or public sector IT environments

Interview details: via TEAMS

Duration: Till 6/30/27 with possibility of future annual extensions.

Onsite or Remote? Candidate must be CURRENT WI resident. NO RELOCATION ALLOWED. Hybrid, on a weekly basis--DNR is currently 60% remote and 40% in the office. Madison, WI. Hybrid requirement is weekly not monthly. The contractor must start on site for a five-day orientation/onboarding. Work cannot be conducted outside the United States.

Project details: Advanced level Project Manager II to work as a Project Manager for the DNR IT Project and Portfolio Management Section providing services to support strategic agency-wide DNR IT projects. Ideal for an advanced project manager who can also excel in the role of a business analyst. Position requires an individual who is highly analytical and self-motivated. Individual should be a team player with strong collaboration skills who is flexible and adaptable to change.

Additional details: DNR Security Check and Finger Print may be required for this position. CJIS background check: The contractor may be required to undergo state and national fingerprint-based criminal history checks. Work hours are during business hours between 8:00am – 5:00pm. Must have reliable internet provided at own expense for working remotely. State holidays are not paid unless part of work agreement. No overtime and no weekend differential. At the end of the contract, the equipment must be returned. If it cannot be dropped off in person or if DNR Equipment is damaged during the contract, replacement and shipping is done at supplier’s expense.

Full job description attached.

The Department of Natural Resources Information Technology (DNR IT) executive program is seeking applicants for an IT Project Manager position to support strategic agency-wide DNR IT projects. This position requires full-time commitment (40 hours/week) and is ideal for an advanced project manager who can also excel in the role of a business analyst.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will bring a blend of project management and business analysis expertise, along with strong technical and interpersonal skills.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall) and tools
• Direct experience managing large-scale IT projects involving multiple technical resources and diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and tools, including data analysis, requirements gathering, and process modeling
• Experience creating technical specifications and system designs for custom application development
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to prioritize and meet project objectives
• Knowledge of data analysis tools and business intelligence tools for creating reports and dashboards
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage competing demands effectively

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Familiarity with Jira Service Management, Azure DevOps, Confluence, SharePoint, and other collaboration tools
• Experience in government or public sector IT environments

Key Attributes:

• Highly analytical and self-motivated
• Team player with strong collaboration skills
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Committed to delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget
• Dependable and committed

This position reports to the DNR IT PMO Supervisor. The role involves utilizing DNR IT standards, software, and tools to deliver strategic initiatives.

Primary Tasks:

• Develop comprehensive project charters, project plans and other project artifacts to include scope, timeline, resources, and budget
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project tasks are completed on schedule
• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and addressing risks and issues
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to review project updates and gather feedback
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with organizational goals
• Manage project documentation, including status reports, schedules, and risk logs
• Foster clear communication among project team members, stakeholders, and leadership
• Support change management processes to ensure smooth project transitions and adoption
• Oversee project closure activities, including final reporting, lessons learned, and knowledge transfer