The Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services’ (ITS) Data Services Division is seeking a qualified person for the role of Information Technology Project Manager Team Lead for the Development Team. Successful candidates should have a technology background and have experience managing IT projects, have basic knowledge of application lifecycle management and DevSecOps practices, and have a desire to contribute to the digital transformation of important business functions in state government. This position will lead and coordinate projects for a small development team and will be accountable for the execution of projects and management of staffing resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Works with customers to determine application development project scope and requirements, and performs due diligence and risk assessment before project acceptance;
- Performs project cost estimates, timeline projections, and data migration planning;
- Works with developer staff to monitor project work assignment, helps prioritize assignments and activities, and reassesses as necessary;
- Monitors the quality and timeliness of work to meet project requirements and deadlines;
- Supports and motivates team members; encourages continuous education, training, and professional growth opportunities;
- Builds and maintains healthy working relationships with other divisions and groups;
- Builds and maintains good customer relationships with agencies, vendors, and other organizations;
- Uses established policies, procedures, and guidelines to complete project work efficiently;
- Dedicates time to learning about new products, technologies, skills, and methodologies to continuously evolve the team to offer innovative solutions;
- Helps recruit, interview, and retain new talent for the Development Team;
- Proactively communicates project status to all stakeholders and ensures that team members do the same;
- Addresses customer and vendor complaints or issues quickly, consistently, and in the best interest of the State of Mississippi, and
- Clearly defines long-term goals, objectives, and strategies for the Development Team in its mission to support the agency and the State of Mississippi
Required Experience
Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 7-10 years of relevant IT experience. Incumbent often possesses specialized knowledge in an IT discipline.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $73,673.08 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Jackson, MS 39211: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person