Project Coordinator—IT

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Starting Salary: $64,912.89–$71,035.80 (depending on experience)

About this Position

The Information Technology Project Coordinator provides administrative support for a variety of Information Technology (IT) projects. Responsibilities for the IT Coordinator include managing IT projects for the City and coordinating with multiple groups to ensure projects run smoothly.

They will also assist the IT PMO Manager with QA, presentations, and status updates.

The schedule for this position is 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Incumbents must be willing to work hours in excess of the normal working hour schedule and must be available for call-in on problems as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, project management, or a related field
• 4 years of related experience in project management, programming, and systems software & support
  
  
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years of IT project management experience
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) (preferred)
• Certification as an Associate in Project Management (CAPM) (preferred)
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to implement technology and software projects
• Develop project plans, manage scope, document risks, and communicate with stakeholders
• Manage software vendor relationships and serve as the primary vendor contact
• Maintain a work list with task owners, due dates, and notes
• Work independently with business owners and vendors regarding application system administration, configuration, testing, training, and implementation
• Consult with users to identify operating procedures and clarify program objectives
• Prepare documentation, definitions, and specifications for system deployments
• Track administration decisions
• Develop the IT environment configuration needs with Information Technology personnel
• Complete Professional Development Units annually to maintain or achieve certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or an Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or equivalent
• Organize the creation of operating procedures and test scripts with users

Necessary Skills

• Advanced knowledge of project management and contact management software
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Intermediate knowledge of database software and programming languages
• Strong time management skills
• Strong project management skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability and willingness to work hours over a normal schedule and for call-in as required
• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment screenings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement plans
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Sick leave, vacation days, earned time off, paid holidays, and longevity rewards
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Information Technology Department and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY MAY BE RE-PUBLISHED AS NEEDED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.