State of Maryland · 18 hours ago
PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR IV
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expThe State of Maryland is seeking a Senior Program Manager within the Technology and Information Management Command. This role is responsible for the oversight and leadership of various programs, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and managing resources effectively.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plans, directs and administers all aspects of agency projects that have a broad scope and major impact on agency mission and operations; acts as a liaison between business units, technology and support teams
Establishes overall policies and procedures for the program(s), oversees their implementation, evaluates their effectiveness and approves major revisions; works with management to identify areas of improvement and develops creative solutions
Oversees and manages the personnel and financial resources of the program(s);plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the work of subordinate managers; determines organizational structure and staffing needs of the program(s); prescribes and oversees development and training of program staff; prepares and trains staff on internal processes and systems
Oversight and monitoring of IT related contracts. Assists in the development of various procurement artifacts (RFP's, Requisitions, BPW Agenda Items, etc.), participates in procurement reviews, educates, and advises internal teams regarding contractual issues, identifies and helps to successfully resolve changes that may arise during contract performance; assists in negotiating contract/procurement modifications
Evaluates all software project requests to determine if the project benefits the agency or the state and provides recommendations. Reviews requirements and assists with documentation of same, specifications, test, support and training plans to ensure they are in line with the business objectives on projects
Researches, recommends and implements workflow efficiencies to continually improve quality and efficiency of operational business processes; develops procedure documentation in support of new process, products or system enhancements; ensures that recommended solutions are both technically current and meets all compliance rules
Maintains knowledge of procurement procedures and laws. Represents the agency before federal, state and local officials, legislative committees, senior managers and executives of other agencies concerning program activities
Analyzes proposed legislative changes and any correspondence having a direct effect on TIMC operations. Prepares appropriate briefings and endorsements in response to legislative proposals and related correspondence
Develops and maintains user documentation for IT software systems within the Department
Performs other related duties as assigned by Executive staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of fifteen (15) years of professional experience in total life cycle project/program management
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience using PMI PMBOK standards
Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience at the managerial and/or supervisory level
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
Employees assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland
Candidates will be subject to an initial drug screening and a complete criminal background investigation to include a polygraph examination before permanent appointment can be made
Preferred
Experience with software development project management
Experience with overseeing several large projects simultaneously
Experience working with State of Maryland procurement procedures
Experience working with the State of Maryland's SDLC and its deliverables
Minimum of two (2) years of professional work related to developing and managing services and systems used by law enforcement and public safety personnel
Benefits
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
Company
State of Maryland
Maryland is on the path to becoming the best state in the nation.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Piercy
Senior Advisor for Program Innovation to the Chief Technology Officer State of Maryland, MDTHINK
Michele Thomas
Chief Technology Officer, State of Maryland
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