Project Manager 2

Full Job Description

Are you a seasoned Information Technology (IT) Project Manager (PM) who thrives on complexity, cross-agency collaboration, and high-impact work that improves the lives of Pennsylvanians?

The Health and Human Services (HHS) IT Delivery Center (DC) provides end-to-end IT services to all staff in the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Human Services (DHS), Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), and the Department of Aging.

We are looking for a dynamic Senior IT Project Manager to lead and deliver major technology initiatives!

Requirements

In this role, you will guide diverse project teams, navigate evolving priorities, and ensure mission-critical systems are delivered successfully, securely, and on time.

If you excel at bringing structure to complexity, managing multiple stakeholders, and translating business needs into technical outcomes, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex IT projects for various HHS IT DC supported agencies
• Manage project scope, timelines, risk, communication, and resource planning
• Facilitate collaboration between business leaders, technical teams, and external partners
• Provide clear, proactive project reporting to agency leadership
• Ensure adherence to state IT standards, procurement policies, and security requirements
• Drive solutions that improve service delivery, efficiency, and user experience.

What We Are Looking For:

• Demonstrated experience leading large, multi-stakeholder IT projects
• Exceptional communication, coordination, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to manage shifting priorities and navigate complex organizational structures
• Strong risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, hybrid, or traditional waterfall)
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex team dynamics and maintain productive collaboration in high-pressure, cross-functional environments
  
  

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours range from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, (candidate may decide schedule, lunch period will be based on selected work schedule (30 minute or 1 hour lunch).

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week.

You will be required to report in-office at 2525 North Seventh Street, Harrisburg on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week.

In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $88,235.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a Business Analyst 4 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience as a Project Manager 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of experience in leading IT systems development or implementation projects and a bachelor’s degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes four years of experience in leading IT systems development or implementation projects.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have four to six years of experience successfully managing all components of an intermediate-scale IT project, such as system upgrades, moderate integrations, vendor oversight, and other responsibilities aligned with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• You must have an active Project Management Professional certification for a minimum of three (3) full years issued by Project Management Institute (PMI).
• You must have experience managing projects utilizing Waterfall and Agile (iterative) methodologies.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.