TxDMV - Portfolio Project Manager – RTS Modernization; Austin, TX

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TxDMV - Portfolio Project Manager – RTS Modernization (Austin, TX) )

Texas-Austin

Computer and Mathematical

Regular

Yes, 25 % of the time

14,583.34 – 15,833.34 (Monthly)

1

Exempt

This position is required to work in Austin, TX with some telework allowed (subject to change).

TxDMV is seeking a highly experienced Portfolio Project Manager to lead oversight, governance, and coordination of the Registration and Title System (RTS) Modernization Program. This initiative represents a large-scale technology and business transformation and is designated as a Major Information Resources Project (MIRP) under Texas statute.

This position will provide highly advanced strategic leadership across a portfolio of interrelated projects, ensuring alignment with TxDMV’s mission, enterprise objectives, statutory requirements, and statewide technology oversight expectations. This position serves as a senior advisor to executive leadership and key stakeholders and reports directly to the Chief Information Officer and Executive Director in a dual reporting role. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Provide end-to-end portfolio management oversight for the RTS Modernization Program.
• Establish, maintain, and govern the strategic portfolio plan aligned with TxDMV’s mission and statewide objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all MIRP requirements, including reporting, governance, and oversight standards.
• Monitor and manage portfolio performance across scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks, and benefits realization.
• Develop and maintain integrated portfolio schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate portfolio-level risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, reports, and presentations for leadership and oversight bodies.
• Ensure alignment between technology delivery and business process transformation initiatives.
• Oversee vendor performance, contract execution, and service delivery associated with the portfolio.
• Represent TxDMV in executive forums, interagency coordination efforts, and stakeholder engagements.
• May travel up to 20% of the time. Travels by car (may include flying). May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• To be hired and to continue to maintain employment, the applicant/employee must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Advanced knowledge of portfolio, program, and project management methodologies and best practices.
• Strong understanding of large-scale system modernization and enterprise technology transformation.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes without direct authority.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentation experience.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively in a complex governance environment.
• Skill in building relationships across business and technology organizations.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems, Business Administration, or a related field.

At least five (5) years’ experience managing large, complex portfolios of technology and business projects.

Must have a current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or must obtain one within six months of employment.

• Experience managing or supporting Major Information Resources Projects (MIRPs).
• Experience managing large, complex portfolios of Texas state government technology and business…