The ideal candidate for this Information Technology (IT) Project Management position will have a positive attitude, be collaborative, well organized, and able to produce clear and concise work products. This candidate will work in a fast-pace agile environment and participate in many aspects of the product implementation life cycle.

The IT project portfolio consists of custom developed software, on-prem enterprise solution, SaaS, and Infrastructure deployments. Project management responsibilities will account for 50% of the candidates work time. It is expected that this individual has a strong understanding of project management principles and can apply them comfortably in an Agile framework. The remaining 50% of this candidate’s work time will be dedicated to Business Management. This includes engaging with the business to discuss strategic direction and facilitate business request prioritization. He/she will play a key role in the intake of requests, applying business analysis and business case expertise to define requirements, shape the request and estimate high-level efforts and costs.

The incumbent in the position will be ready to roll up their selves to ensure a successful delivery. They will be at the ready to clarify requirements, test software features, prepare training and preform deskside coaching in their Project Manager position.

This position may be filled at the Project Manager level.

Education/Experience Guidelines:

Project Manager - Senior: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline and a relevant specialty license or a Master's Degree in a related discipline and 6+ years experience . Prior experience is a blend of project management and business/line department roles (i.e., Science, Engineering, IT, etc.)

Project Manager: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline and 4+ years experience. Prior experience is a blend of project management and business/line department roles (i.e., Science, Engineering, IT, etc.).

Licenses:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Examples of relevant specialty licenses include State of Florida Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license and Registered Architect (RA).

Valid State of Florida Driver's License.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.

Composition of office and field work (percentage dependent upon position requirements), with regular exposure to a hot and humid environment in remote and heavy vegetative areas.

Veterans' Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.

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