Project Manager, Technology Services

Project Manager, Technology Services

Information

• Pay Range (Grade): $72,946 - $131,290 (A400)
• Other Compensation Offered:
  Limited Hybrid Telework Arrangements
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Organization:
  Technology Services - Administration
• Location:
  
  County Office Building
• Reports to:
  
  Director, Technology Services
• Classification:
  Exempt (40756)

Who We Are

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace.

As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

What You Will Do

As a part of the Department of Technology Services, you will support county government by leading cross-functional teams in delivering complex technology initiatives from concept through execution. You will use your specialized project management expertise to coordinate project planning, cost, schedule, and risk management, and stakeholder communication to ensure timely, high-quality outcomes. The work you do will help Carroll County Government maintain and deploy technology systems and support digital activities of employees.

Essential Duties

• Work with County agencies and contractors to translate business needs into technology solutions. Recommend hardware and software components and upgrades appropriate for the project.
• Ensure project documentation is up-to-date and complete. Develop, maintain, and organize IT policies, procedures, and related technical documentation to support operational consistency and compliance.
• Develop detailed project plans and schedules, including project deliverables, goals, and milestones. Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to the project team. Implement successful project management methodologies.
• Identify project stakeholders and communicate project goals and status.
• Respond to the needs and questions of clients on project activities and schedules.
• Maintain current knowledge of software and hardware methods, trends and techniques.
• Foster collaboration and provide learning opportunities. Facilitate a supportive work environment.
• Independently ensure all work is complete and timely to achieve department goals. Review work of others to ensure that organizational standards are met.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

How You Will Succeed

Your Skills

• Requirements Analysis (Advanced)
• Technical Writing/Policy Development (Advanced)
• Cyber Security (Intermediate)
• Infrastructure (Intermediate)
• Application Development and Maintenance (Intermediate)
• Telecommunications (Intermediate)

Your Strengths

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Infrastructure
• Project Planning
• Project Management
• Fostering Communication
• Thinking Strategically

You Might Be a Good Fit If

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
• Five or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license

Preferred Licenses and Certifications

• Project Management Professional certification

Additional Information

• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.

Why You Will Love Working Here

All the Benefits You Need

Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

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