Project Coordinator, Information Systems Specialist ; Salem

Central Distribution Center – Salem, Oregon. Oregon Department of Corrections. Are you a skilled project professional who thrives on bringing people, technology, and solutions together? The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) is seeking an experienced Information Systems Specialist 5 (ISS5) - Project Coordinator to lead and coordinate critical technology initiatives that support agency operations statewide. In this role, you'll be guiding projects from concept through implementation while partnering with customers, stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership.

If you're a strong communicator, an organized problem-solver, and passionate about delivering successful IT projects, we encourage you to apply. This position requires on-site work during the first year, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule upon successful completion of the trial service period. Interviews will be conducted in person at the applicable work location. ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship.

Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

As the ITS Project Coordinator, you'll provide leadership and oversight for a portfolio of information technology projects, ensuring successful delivery of solutions that meet business needs and align with agency goals.

• Lead and coordinate multiple IT projects from initiation through implementation.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, resources, budgets, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, mitigate risks, and resolve issues to ensure successful outcomes.
• Partner with customers, stakeholders, and technical teams to identify business needs and deliver effective technology solutions.
• Ensure projects comply with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) standards and quality assurance practices.
• Support business analysis, process improvement initiatives, and technology innovation efforts.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, procedures, status reports, and stakeholder communications.
• Provide leadership, collaboration, and coordination across multiple project teams and priorities.

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

• Four (4) years of information systems experience in technical support OR An associate’s degree in computer science or information technology, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology AND two (2) years of information systems experience in technical support.
• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science may substitute for all of the above.

• Three (3) or more years of experience leading, coordinating, or managing information technology (IT) projects.
• Experience developing and managing project plans, schedules, project documentation, and status reports.
• Experience working directly with customers, stakeholders, and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver technology solutions.
• Experience managing multiple projects or priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines and project objectives.
• Experience using project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid, or similar frameworks.
• Experience using Microsoft 365 applications, including SharePoint and Power Apps, to support business processes, collaboration, or project work.
• Experience developing, administering, or implementing SharePoint sites and/or Power Apps solutions.