Under general supervision, manages and coordinates all tasks associated with one or more small projects or a component of a larger project of minimal to moderate complexity and risk.
This class is intended for use as a journey-level project manager within the professional project management discipline. Incumbents use project management techniques to manage projects of moderate complexity and risk, or manage part of a project of significant complexity and risk.
Prepares necessary documentation (i.e., needs analysis, business case, feasibility analysis, etc. ) to support project initiative; develops and maintains documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle. Manages and directs the initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout phases of the project lifecycle for small/minor projects. Coordinates and manages projects using project management methodologies from inception through completion. Defines and prioritizes project requirements. Develops work plan(s); controls budget, scope and schedule to ensure project deliverables, milestones and required tasks completed as planned. Oversees the development and execution of communication plan, which may include communicating with organizational leaders, elected officials and/or the general public about the project’s impact or status. Prepares status reports and provides updates to project stakeholders, sponsors, champion, etc. Coordinates requests and recommends changes from original specifications with project sponsor, project team, or stakeholders. Identifies potential problems; facilitates problem resolution by determining or recommending and implementing a risk mitigation strategy. Assists in creating quality management plans; develops and maintains project documentation; oversees project design to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, or agency’s criteria, codes and regulations.
Knowledge of an agency's mission, programs, and objectives. Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies. Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines. Ability to conceptualize needed change and to initiate appropriate activities to move from concepts to implementation. Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations. Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees. Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.
Some positions may require certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management or Project Management Professional (PMP).
A bachelor's degree and relevant project management experience.