Introduction
Are you an experienced IT Project Manager looking for a new and exciting career opportunity?
Look no further!
We want you to join and contribute to our talented and collaborative team as an IT Project Leader (IS Systems Development Services Specialist) at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation! Your project leadership will be critical to our team's success in ensuring that we meet and exceed our business partner's complex IT project needs.
This full-time permanent position is located in Madison, Wisconsin within the Bureau of Information Technology Services, Division of Business Management, Department of Transportation headquartered at the Hill Farms State Office Building . We are also conveniently located close to the restaurants, shopping, and entertainment of the Hilldale Mall .
Why work with us in DOT IT? Check out this link for all the benefits of joining our team, or read more below:
WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits ( health plan options start at just $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans after two months of employment)
A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here .
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability . Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.
Position Summary
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an IT Project Leader / Project Manager to:
Provide program and project management services for complex application development and modernization projects/initiatives utilizing various platforms and technologies including web, mobile, cloud, and Software as a Service.
Support vendor cloud applications hosted on Azure and Amazon, as well as in-house development and maintenance of Java, .Net, Desktop and Geographic Information System (GIS) applications.
In this role, you will also be expected to: Perform project management and business analyst activities associated with IT projects.
Use various methods to capture and document business requirements through interviews and meetings with subject matter experts.
Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business strategy in collaboration with management and stakeholders.
Collaborate with a wide range of business areas, stakeholders, IT staff, and third-party software vendors to support initiatives and increase efficiencies, crossing multiple technical environments.
Set, manage and communicate project expectations with team members and other stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
Plan, schedule and track project milestones and deliverables using appropriate tools.
Develop and deliver status reports, proposals, scope documentation and presentations.
Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risk, and devise contingency plans.
Provide excellent customer service, consulting, and technical support services through standard IT project development and project management.
Develop and adapt plans, actions and deliverables and report program objectives, expectations, and status updates.
What can we offer you? An environment where professional development is supported and encouraged.
A collaborative workplace where employee efforts are appreciated and recognized.
The ability to make a significant impact within an agency that serves the citizens of Wisconsin.
A collaborative team environment that embraces a culture of innovation and excellence.
Salary Information
This position is in schedule-range (07-33) with an annual salary of $74,880 - $101,920 (or $36 - $49 per hour), plus excellent benefits . A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-Verify employer.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process. *** Working outside of Wisconsin (or bordering cities) will not likely be allowed because of the business need come to the Madison, Wisconsin office on very short notice.***
Qualifications
Qualified applicants must detail having experience in all the following in order to be considered: Leading implementations for application development efforts
Gathering and documenting business requirements
Creating and managing detailed project plans
How To Apply
Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here . For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here . The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Vicki Kaul at ******** or ******** . For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.
Deadline to Apply
All application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. CST on April 28th, 2024.
