Project Manager II

IT Project Manager

Candidates MUST be WI residents or willing to relocate to WI at their own expense prior to starting. This position can work 100% remotely (within the state of WI).

Job Description:

The Department of Natural Resources Information Technology (DNR IT) executive program is seeking applicants for an IT Project Manager position to support strategic agency-wide DNR IT projects. This position requires a full-time commitment (40 hours/week) and is ideal for an advanced project manager who can also excel in the role of a business analyst.

Primary Tasks:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timeline, resources, and budget.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project tasks are completed on schedule.
• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and addressing risks and issues.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to review project updates and gather feedback.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with organizational goals.
• Manage project documentation, including status reports, schedules, and risk logs.
• Foster clear communication among project team members, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Support change management processes to ensure smooth project transitions and adoption.
• Oversee project closure activities, including final reporting, lessons learned, and knowledge transfer.

Required

Skills and Experience:

• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall) and tools.
• Direct experience managing large-scale IT projects involving multiple technical resources and diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and tools, including data analysis, requirements gathering, and process modeling.
• Experience creating technical specifications and system designs for custom application development.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to prioritize and meet project objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of data analysis tools and business intelligence tools for creating reports and dashboards.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage competing demands effectively.

Preferred

Skills and Experience:

• Familiarity with Dev Ops, Confluence, SharePoint, and other collaboration tools.
• Experience in government or public sector IT environments.

Key Attributes:

• Highly analytical and self-motivated.
• Team player with strong collaboration skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Committed to delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
• Dependable and committed.
• This position reports to the DNR IT PMO Supervisor. The role involves utilizing DNR IT standards, software, and tools to deliver strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will bring a blend of project management and business analysis expertise, along with strong technical and interpersonal skills.