What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Product Owner (Project Manager 2) position at State of Pennsylvania?
Salary : $86,299.00 - $131,208.00 Annually
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type : Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number : CS-2025-18762-01972
Department : Department of Environmental Protection
Division : EP Ctr Env Exclle
Opening Date : 02 / 20 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 6 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Job Code : 01972
Position Number : 50581194
Union : Non Union
Bargaining Unit : A3
Pay Group : ST10
Bureau / Division Code : 00351030
Bureau / Division : DEP Center of Environmental Excellence
Worksite Address : 400 Market Street
City : Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code : 17101
Contact Name : Julie Wolfrays
Contact Email : RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Are you a dedicated professional with a strong work ethic? If you are excited about the chance to significantly contribute to the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions that cater to the changing demands of our DEP stakeholders, this position is perfect for you! Apply now to utilize your vast knowledge and experience, enjoy the rewards of public service, and benefit from the career advancement, work / life balance, and various promotional opportunities that state government provides!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will act as the vital connection between DEP stakeholders and the IT development team, guaranteeing that the products created are in line with the agency's business goals and meet the requirements of end-users. This role is crucial for promoting effective communication, prioritizing project features according to business value, and ensuring the successful execution of technology solutions.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information :
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $86,299 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Business Analyst 4 or as a Project Manager 1 for two or more years full-time?
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Do you possess four or more years of full-time experience in leading IT systems development or implementation projects?
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INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience / training. List the employer(s) / training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience / training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
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SECTION 1 Do you possess an Agile Professional Scrum Master Certification?If you are claiming certification, you must attach a copy of your certificate for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. You must attach your certificate prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add your certificate to the application after it has been submitted.
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SECTION 2 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Plans and implements information technology projects by determining the project scope, creating the project schedule, planning the resources and budget, and defining individual roles and responsibilities. Identifies operational needs, alternative design options and their feasibility, and determines existing system inefficiencies or problems, level of utilization, and computer equipment capabilities. Monitors the progress of projects through the use of quality control checkpoints to ensure that established schedules are feasible and acceptable to all impacted parties. Evaluates project success.
Levels of Performance
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS GATHERING SESSIONS
Conducts business requirements and application design gathering sessions to elicit needs information from business and technical resources for use in complex system development and system enhancement projects.
Levels of Performance
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - BUSINESS PROCESSES AND WORKFLOW IMPROVEMENTS
Documents and analyzes existing business rules, processes, regulations, and legislation to gain an understanding of the business needs and workflow to develop system requirements and to identify areas of improvement. Evaluates the feasibility of system requirements and makes recommendations for potential solutions.
Levels of Performance
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Prepares technical or narrative documents such as status reports, implementation plans, testing script materials, and user acceptance documents and plans, which identify progress and / or deviations from objectives. Authors narrative and analytical reports that convey application effectiveness in meeting business requirements.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION
Acts as a liaison between Department staff, IT teams, and external vendors or stakeholders. Ensures clear communication about IT system capabilities, limitations, changes, and project updates. Builds and maintains effective relationships with key stakeholders, including consumer and industry representatives.
Levels of Performance
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Salary : $86,299 - $131,208
