Minimum Qualifications
- Five years of professional experience in IT project management or a related field, including:
- Managing the implementation of technology projects.
- Organizing, presenting, facilitating, and negotiating with diverse stakeholders and user groups.
- Quality assurance and coordinating with staff and contractors engaged in program development, procurement, and implementation of equipment and systems.
- Managing complex projects from planning phase through implementation, including contract administration and oversight.
- Bachelor's degree in project management, information technology, or a closely related field will count for 3 years of experience. A PMP Certification will count for 2 years of experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted.
Knowledge Requirements
- Project management techniques encompassing all phases of a project life cycle including risk identification, scope, schedule, communication plans, and budget.
- Vendor management, including contract development and review, performance management, and financial management.
- Understanding of technology concepts and information technology terms.
- Contract and budget administration
Skill Requirements
- Fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the agency. Inspiring and fostering team commitment, pride, and trust. Facilitating cooperation and motivating team members to accomplish group goals while treating others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect.
- Organizing and managing short, mid-range, and long-term projects
- Analyzing data and integrating new technologies – Able to research, evaluate, and recommend new technology solutions.
- Proficiency in PC-based computer operation and software utilization such as MS Office, email, and scheduling applications
- Builds a compelling case – Clearly communicates the benefits of accepting the idea (for the individual, team, and organization); tailors the persuasion strategy to engage individuals emotionally and rationally; leverages supporting evidence to address anticipated objections; summarizes benefits to ensure understanding. Creates complex reports, presentations, and documentation. Develops meeting agendas and leads the discussion. Captures and tracks actionable items to completion.
- Procuring and managing engineering and architectural services consultants. Scope preparation with comprehensive budget estimates for proposals requiring hardware and software.
- Able to identify, prioritize, and perform work without supervision for self.
- Upholds accountability – Manages own priorities and responsibility; communicates updates for meeting or not meeting expectations; identifies items that are on track and those that are most at risk; reports skill gaps and requests support as needed.
- Analyzing and managing budgets and other financial matters.
- Seeks learning opportunities – Identifies and participates in learning activities and puts new knowledge, understanding or skill to practical use on the job.
- Maintaining objectivity.
Preferred Skills and Knowledge
- Project Management Certification
- Transit industry or public sector experience
- Knowledge of transit business and policies related to passenger information systems and customer service practices.
- Use of client/service technology
- Familiarity with public agency policies and procedures
Working Conditions
Hybrid telework may be available. Availability is at management discretion and may not be available for this position based on the nature of the work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the use of office equipment and technology. You will be required to move throughout and between different office buildings and may need to complete tasks in noisy environments. You may also be required to lift and carry materials up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Application and Selection Process
- Only on-line applications accepted.
- Applicants for this job may be considered for other openings up to six months after the date this position is filled.
- Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge, and skills for the position. The evaluation process may include interviews, background check, reference checks and various performance tests.
Employee Benefits Exempt
- Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
- Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan.
- In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.
If you are related to or share the same living quarters of a current Community Transit employee, please let your Human Resources Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position may be affected.
Community Transit provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment. As a recipient of federal funds, Community Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on a basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.
