NEOGOV · 12 hours ago
Project Manager I – Public Safety
Santa Fe, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$67K/yr - $80K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is looking for a Project Manager I in the Public Safety Department of Santa Fe County. The role involves planning, coordinating, and managing projects to ensure compliance with various regulations and adherence to project goals, budgets, and timelines.
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Responsibilities
Plans, budgets, schedules, forecasts and reports on all projects (conceptual through completion; ensures all projects are managed according to project plans, specifications, contract documents and in compliance with state and federal codes, statutes, regulations and industry best practices)
Works with staff and groups to develop project objectives, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets needed in preparation of requests for proposal’s (RFP’s); creates RFPs or invitation for bid; develops criteria pertinent in contract negotiations; manages and reviews development of projects; establishes project budgets; may serve on proposal evaluation committees
Identifies and/or coordinates funding from various sources, including grants, bonds, legislative appropriations, or allocations from the Board of County Commissioners; ensures contract requirements match budgetary requirements; tracks expenditures for conformance with budget and contract requirements; reviews contractor submittals for payment recommendations; tracks material quantities to assure invoice accuracy
Coordinates scheduling of tasks with staff, other divisions, and contractors; monitors progress of time and tasks as defined in contract; manages activity to ensure the timely completion of projects; reviews all contractor submittals for conformance with contract requirements, and makes recommendations for changes or approvals
Oversees the work of external consultants and contractors for assigned project; reviews, evaluates, and/or approves contract deliverables, contract submittals, change directives and change order requests, project alternatives, proposed engineering programs, and similar products to assure the total project performance is achieved in accordance with user and County requirements
Prepares detailed reports on project progress identifying problems, solutions, milestones, financial cost projections, and other analyses. Provides project status updates through written reports or presentations to County staff, supervisors, the Board of County Commission, the public, or others as appropriate
Schedules and facilitates project meetings from design through execution phases; Reviews or coordinates the inspection of work to ensure adherence to codes, regulations, specifications, and project plans
Provides technical assistance in project development and planning management; provides support to other project management staff
Performs other duties as directed or assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, or related field
One (1) year of experience in business or public administration, project management, or related field
Any combination of college education and/or experience totaling five (5) years in business administration, public administration, project management, or a closely related field
Relevant education may be substituted for experience at a rate of 30 semester hours equal to 1 year of experience
Knowledge in project management, including project planning, budgeting, and scheduling
Skilled in operating project management software
Skilled in operating various word-processing, spreadsheet, database and other software programs in a Windows environment
Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations
Ability to write reports for a variety of audiences
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and specifications
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with the public, supervisors and co-workers
Ability to work productively in a team environment with staff, consultants, and partner organizations
Ability to self-organize and perform detail oriented job duties
Skilled in providing effective customer service
Must submit to and pass a County paid pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening
Must submit to and pass a county-paid criminal background screening
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class D Driver's License
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Gym Membership
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
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2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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CEO
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