INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROJECT MANAGER

About the Department

About DTMB:
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

About the position: As the IT Portfolio Manager in the DTMB Center for Shared Solutions Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) this position supports the development, support, and maintenance of the State Unified Information Technology Environment (SUITE) policies, methodologies and supporting tools to provide organization-wide direction in the areas of IT investment, project management, and systems engineering. This position works with project teams to properly scope IT projects, programs, or portfolios to achieve business objectives and regulatory compliance. The employee provides independent and objective quality assurance for project funding, health, and performance throughout the project.

The IT Portfolio Manager provides services that impact IT projects from all state agencies, including projects with high visibility and sensitivity. These projects typically have a large and diverse set of stakeholders, utilize vendor participation, and require coordination of multiple complex schedules and significant integration with other systems. The projects typically have durations of 6 months or longer with 20 more team members, require communication at the Agency Executive level, and failure to achieve business outcome present significant risks to the State of Michigan. This position will regularly interact with project management teams for status of budget, quality, and schedule, escalate issues and risks as needed to executives, and perform project quality assurance activities.

View Position Description Here: Information Technology Project Manager 14

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

Thorough knowledge of Project Management principles, concepts and practices.
Thorough knowledge of system development methods used for the development of new systems and enhancements to existing information systems.
Thorough knowledge of advanced concepts and basic operating principles of data communications and information systems hardware and software.
Knowledge of IT audit, quality assurance, and independent verification and validation techniques.
Ability to work in a team environment involving matrix organizations.
Ability to resolve conflicting high-priority requirements.
Ability to communicate the needs of others effectively.
Ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions.
Ability to conduct training and informational sessions.
Ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, facilitate working sessions, and negotiate solutions and alternatives.
Ability to maintain favorable public relations and perform problem/issue resolution.

Position Location:  This position is located in Lansing, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week (subject to change).

What We Are Looking For: We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported. Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work.  You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division.  

 If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a highly paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you!

What We Offer:  The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life.  We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested.   Please consider sending in your application today.

Position Duties

Education

Possession of a bachelor’s degree with not less than 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, project management, or mathematics.

 

Experience

 

Information Technology Project Manager 14

Three years of professional experience equivalent to an IT project coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications

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Possession of a Project Management Professional, (PMP) certification may be substituted for the experience requirement.  Possession of a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and/or Agile Certified Practitioner  (PMI-ACP) certification may be substituted for 1 year of the experience requirement.

 

Possession of SUITE Certification may be substituted for 2 Educational Credits. 

 

Other Qualifications

You must complete this IT Program/Project worksheet and attach it to your application.  Please note each project with the length of the project, the number of personal effort hours, the number of stakeholders and the role you played in each project listed.  Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.

You must attach a detailed resume and cover letter to your application (word or pdf). Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.

The use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the selections process (i.e. application, written exercises, cover letter, etc.)  with DTMB is not permitted. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application will be removed from consideration.

SIGNING BONUS:

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.

Classifications for the $2,500 bonus are:

Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst

Information Technology Project Coordinator

Information Technology Project Manager

Information Technology Specialist

*DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

View the job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyProjectManager.pdf

Benefits

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.  
More details on benefits for our new hires are below: 

 Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. 
 
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. 
 
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. 
 
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. 
 
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. 
 
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. 
 
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. 
 
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. 
 
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. 
 
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view  Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. 
 
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. 
 
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. 
 
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. 
 
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. 
 
Updated: 2/28/24

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Agency Information

EmployerState of MichiganDepartment Technology, Management and Budget Address [email protected]
Elliott-Larsen Bldg., 2nd fl., 320 S. Walnut Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909 PhoneAttn: HR Office
Website https://www.michigan.gov/dtmb