Senior IT Project Manager

• Adhere to Gwinnett County ITS PMO project management standards and methodologies for technology implementations based on waterfall, agile or hybrid framework
• Manage the planning, assignment, and execution of project tasks using Microsoft Project 2019 and other standard tools
• Deliver projects in accordance with best practices for project delivery; executing any or all of the following:
  • Create and maintain key project artifacts throughout the project lifecycle
  • Development of project charter
  • Development of project plan and schedule
  • Provide consultation on operational and infrastructure requirements, standards, and configurations
  • Facilitate and document project status meetings
  • Distribute timely project status reports 
  • Apply strong skills and experience in issue resolution, influencing team members and other stakeholders, conducting difficult negotiations and managing to stringent timelines for project deliverables
  • Monitor, Identify and effectively mitigate risks to minimize impacts to project scope, schedule, costs or quality
  • Facilitate and document project closeout

• This job is a civilian position in either a public safety department or in Information Technology with close ties to public safety. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a public safety background which may include motor vehicle & criminal histories, and fingerprinting. 
• This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays. 

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, or a closely related field AND
• Five or more years of professional, progressively responsible financial experience
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Valid driver’s license
• In-depth understanding and practical experience managing projects using waterfall and agile development methodology principles
• Excellent and very persuasive oral and written communication and executive presentation skills
• Must be highly analytical and inquisitive with strong organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines and goals
• Ability to work in a team-based, continuous improvement environment; ability to deal with ambiguity
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, work on multiple projects simultaneously, and adjust to changing priorities

• Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) or similar certification
• 7 years of professional experience
• Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in managing IT technology projects
• Experience in a large government environment

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
 
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
 
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
 
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

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Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce.  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

Salary : $90,560 - $103,219