TDCJ - Project Manager I - Information Technology

Job Description

Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.

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Job Duties:

Coordinates, plans, and organizes information technology project activities using accepted project management methodologies.
Assists in obtaining authorization and commitment and in demonstrating business needs and project feasibility.
Conducts gap analyses to assist in evaluating alternative solutions.
Assists with the development of business cases, project charters, stakeholder analyses, and gap analyses.
Assists in developing and maintaining project plans, project budgets, project schedules, reports, and analyses.
For first year supports PM II's or PM III's in various stages of project life cycle.
Reports to PM III for training and assigned work

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

You meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated in the job posting.
You have general project or process management experience.
You have experience coordinating, planning and organizing project activities.
You have the skill to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
You have strong communication skills, both written and oral. Communicating ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

You currently have a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification.
You have knowledge of project management theories and practices.
You have knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes relevant to the administration of projects.
You have knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
You have knowledge of current information systems technologies, practices, and procedures.
You have experience in the use of project management computer software.

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Project Manager I - Information Technology

Additional Information:

Travel

25% - Position may spend 1¿5 nights away per month

Work Site Visits

No

Study Material

No

Pre-Service Training Academy Required

No

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position

Longevity

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information:

Questions concerning this                                               Questions concerning the application

position can be directed to:                                              process can be directed to:

Roberta Poehl                                                                            Kathy Chandonnet

Hiring Manager                                               OR                      Human Resources

936-437-2239                                                                              936-437-4106

Roberta.Poehl@tdcj.texas.gov                                                    hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

Important Note to the Candidate:

Military Preference

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

Military Occupation Specialty Codes

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

Eligibility

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

EEO Statement:

The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.  You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.