IT Project Manager -

Company: AppleOne
Location: Topeka
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

AllSTEM Connections is seeking a candidate for temp to hire (6-month contract) to fill the IT project manager position. This position---s pay rate is $28-$40/hr. with a conversion of $60-$85/K and will have the ability to be hybrid. The IT Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of IT projects ensuring consistency with agency strategies, commitments, and goals. Responsible for coordinating complex assignments requiring the collaboration of multiple individuals and / or cross-functional groups utilizing project management tools and techniques to ensure that departmental policies, procedures, guidelines, industry standards, and best practices are implemented. Duties include but are not limited to: creating project documentation (project charter, project management plan, project schedule, weekly project updates, change request, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, action item list, risk/issue registry, project closeout, as-is and to-be diagrams, gap analysis, etc.) attending project meetings, maintaining documents in the appropriate project storage locations, following up and documenting updates to action items, communicating to team members, escalating items to management, and facilitating meetings. Additional duties include but not limited to: performing business analysis, strategic planning, and building and maintaining effective working relationships. Education and Experience: Bachelor---s Degree in computer science, information technology, project management, business administration, or equivalent work experience. Project Management Professional (PMP)--- certification issued by the Project Management Institute Minimum 3 years--- proven working experience in project management, gathering and documenting business requirements, analyzing and mapping business processes, coordinating assignments as a project manager requiring the collaboration of multiple individuals and/or cross-functional groups. A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted when competency in the role is demonstrated. Minimum Requirements: ---A solid understanding of business cases and risk management processes ---Ability to independently organize and handle multiple projects, priorities, and assignments. ---Proven self-management and team-management skills ---Capacity to manage high stress situations ---Ability to multi-task and manage various project elements simultaneously ---Analytical and problem-solving skills to handle any issues that occur during the project life cycle ---Organization and time management skills to keep projects on track and within budget ---Strong working knowledge with Microsoft management tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, Visio, etc.) ---Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively ---Skill in data collection and analysis ---Ability to prepare written reports ---Proficiency in project management principles, methods, techniques, and tools. Preferred Requirements: ---Progressive project management experience ---Working in and/or managing Governance processes. ---Strong Business Acumen across multiple practices including, end-user technical support, enterprise web services, technological infrastructure, and contract management. AllSTEM Connections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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