Job Description
Job Description
About Codeworks :
Codeworks has over 25 years of experience serving Fortune 1000 companies in Wisconsin and nationally. Our recruiting team specializes in evaluating, advising, and connecting IT professionals with new opportunities that align with their income and career growth aspirations. At Codeworks, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workforce and beyond. We believe in equal opportunities and value the unique perspectives that each individual brings to our team. Join us in creating an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where your talents can thrive.
Codeworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions regardless of race, color, religion or belief, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military / veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Top Skills & Years of Experience :
- Enterprise-level Project Management with 3 years of experience
- Certification, education, or training in project management methodologies
- Knowledge of agency IT standards and policies
- Knowledge of generally accepted business practices
- Knowledge of organizational principles and techniques for addressing specialized management problems
Nice to Have Skills :
PMP CertificationExperience with Enterprise Infrastructure ProjectsPosition Summary :
Under the broad guidance of the Desktop Support Manager, this position will provide leadership and direction to security and technology-related projects. The role involves planning and managing the delivery of technical solutions for the Department of Corrections (DOC), including project planning, estimation, execution, and implementation. The individual will collaborate closely with functional business groups within DOC, BTM staff, and DOA / DET to ensure the effectiveness of the deployed solutions. This position will also review detailed specifications to ensure that the development and deployment of new systems and technologies align with State and agency architectural standards.
This role will also ensure compliance with the Department’s administrative rules and the agency’s policies and procedures, including those related to the Department's Reentry philosophy, which uses evidence-based strategies, practices, and programs targeting an offender’s individual criminogenic needs and risk level.
Time Goals and Worker Activities :
55% A. Manage and Coordinate Technical Project Activities :
Create project charter and develop the project scope.Track and report on the overall progress of the project.Create and maintain the project plan and work schedule.Obtain customer approval for the project requirements.Secure customer sign-off upon project completion.Provide regular updates to customers and management regarding the project’s status.Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate project risks.Identify and manage project resources and coordinate schedules.Ensure appropriate project communications are maintained within the bureau, throughout the department, and with vendors.Provide feedback on project team performance to management.Ensure State and vendor deliverables meet department standards.Coordinate solution design and implementation with DOA / DET and vendors as necessary.25% B. Assist Customers in Identifying and Resolving IT Needs :
Help identify the most cost-effective and feasible solutions for customers.Serve as a liaison between the customer, technical staff, and vendors.Follow up with users to ensure system design specifications are correct and agreed upon.Maintain strong working relationships with key business contacts within the Department, site contacts, and vendors.15% C. Perform Analysis and Requirement Studies for Technology Development / Enhancement :
Analyze existing systems and procedures by examining functions, organizational structure, personnel, and job responsibilities.Gather data through interviews, surveys, and on-site observations, working with staff from bureaus and institutions.Conduct cost-effectiveness studies for various systems and procedural problem areas when necessary.Evaluate and provide documentation outlining system implementations.Predict system changes and define necessary resources for planning and budgeting.Determine agency equipment needs and ensure compatibility.Participate in preparing and evaluating Requests for Proposal or Bid documents when needed for vendor contracts.Work with technical staff to recommend appropriate system architecture and hardware / software platforms for applications.Collaborate with business and technical staff to ensure all business requirements within the technology solution are tested.5% D. Professional Development and Other Duties :
Maintain knowledge of current system architectures, methodologies, and frameworks.Attend relevant training courses, conferences, and seminars.Stay informed of applicable DOC and State standards.Keep up with technical publications to maintain knowledge of IT hardware and software.Attend product demonstrations to stay updated on new hardware and software developments.Perform other tasks as assigned by management.Job Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :
Certification, education, or training in project management methodologiesKnowledge of agency IT standards and policiesUnderstanding of generally accepted business practicesKnowledge of organizational principles and specialized management problem-solving techniquesStrong personal communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to convey technical information to a non-technical audiencePresentation and leadership skillsProficiency in MS ProjectExperience researching emerging information technologiesLI-PG1
