Project Manager (Austin)

Project Manager (Austin)Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity St, Austin, TX, in the Workforce Development Policy & Board Support department. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.The Workforce Development Policy & Board Support Department is looking for a Project Manager III who will report to the Deputy Division Director and lead a variety of special projects to support the mission of the Texas Workforce Commission. The ideal candidate must take initiative, have excellent interpersonal and analytical skills, and be an active learner. Must have a positive and optimistic attitude with a problem-solving drive to assist both internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate must be extremely organized, possess strong professional verbal and written communication skills, and be adept at building new technological skills. Must have a 'can do' attitude. If you are a self-starter looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity and want to be part of the solution, this opportunity could be the perfect match for you!The Project Manager III performs complex (journey-level) project management work. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.You will be trusted to:Lead special policy and programmatic projects related to various workforce development programs, which may include the research and analysis of federal and state statutes and regulations and the development of policy recommendations for the Agency's three-member Commission.Coordinate project management and process improvement activities within the department and with other divisions, state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private-sector partners and contractors.Use technology to develop solutions for process improvement and project management, including the use of such tools as SharePoint, Microsoft Power Automate, and Power BI.Develop and prepare technical reports, visualizations, and dashboards to present and interpret programmatic and operational data, including the identification and interpretation of data analysis and trends, using standard statistical tools, methods, and techniques.Manage, develop, oversee, and evaluate projects using accepted project management methodologies.Develop project schedules, work plans, resource requirements, cost estimates, and projections.Identify potential project risks and difficulties and design strategies to mitigate or avoid them.Communicate project methodology, processes, and updates to executive staff and other interested groups and team members.Perform related work as assigned and required to meet the mission and goals of the department, division, and the Texas Workforce Commission.You qualify with:Four years of full-time experience in project management work, business analysis, or project administration; or four years of full-time experience in the oversight of an agency program or in strategic planning and policy implementation.Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.You are a great fit with:Knowledge of project management theories and practices applicable to projects that are complex in scope.Local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of workforce development programs.Skill in communicating verbally and in writing to diverse audiences.Using critical thinking to solve problems.Highly focused on attention to detail and accuracy.Organizing projects and improving processes.Analyzing and displaying data.Operation of computers and applicable software, including MS Word and Excel, SharePoint, Microsoft Power Automate, and Power BI.You gain:A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.Competitive starting salary: $6,999.30 - $7,349.26/month.Defined Retirement Benefit Plan.Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts.Medical Insurance.Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave.Additional benefits for active employees can be found at involves up to 25% travel within the state of Texas.