Project Manager

Project Manager Opportunity (Job ID: 7712)Location Requirements:Must be local to Arizona (AZ) currently. The first week is in-office, followed by remote work. Onsite presence required once a month or as needed. Position is based in Phoenix, AZ.Contract Details:Duration: Up to 9 months, with the option for extension.Employment Type: W2 only (or corp-to-corp arrangements available).How to Apply:If interested, please submit:Your current resumeYour hourly rateAbout the RoleImagine designing world-class online educational experiences for hundreds of thousands of K-12 students, teachers, parents, and school staff in Arizona. The Arizona Department of Education (ADE) is creating innovative educational web applications, and you can contribute to our success by crafting top-tier user interfaces using cutting-edge web technologies.Position SummaryThe Arizona Department of Education (ADE) IT division is seeking a self-driven IT Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment built on collaboration and partnership with business stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings extensive technical expertise and a proven track record of success in large, enterprise-wide projects, focusing on Software Development, Data Visualization, and Vendor Management.This role demands a calm, composed professional with exceptional listening skills, ready to navigate unexpected changes driven by government policy shifts. You'll work independently with minimal oversight, delivering innovative solutions under tight timelines.Required SkillsComprehensive knowledge of IT project management principles.In-depth understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).Proficiency in Agile principles, with the ability to apply them for flexible, collaborative project execution.Strong technical and solution-oriented mindset to adapt to frequent changes.Expertise in defining missions, goals, tasks, and resources, while translating objectives into actionable plans.Experience in efficient budget and resource management, balancing financial considerations.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for transparent stakeholder engagement.Skilled in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.Proficient in conveying project updates and insights to stakeholders.Strong prioritization and planning abilities, considering objectives and constraints.Ability to develop data strategies aligned with organizational goals.Leadership skills to manage data and Business Intelligence (BI) teams.Capability to extract insights from simple datasets as needed.Effective communication with non-technical stakeholders.Minimum Qualifications5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in medium to large software development projects.Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).Preferred Skills & CertificationsExperience with Power BI or Tableau.Agile Certification.Lean Six Sigma Certification.PMP Certification. #J-18808-Ljbffr