IT Project Manager (Term Appointment)

Quick Facts

• Role: IT Project Manager (Term Appointment)
• Focus: Enterprise information technology projects, Agile/traditional PM, and IT governance

Description

Lead and manage complex information technology projects and initiatives from planning through implementation and closeout. Apply Agile and traditional project management methodologies to build project plans, schedules, manage risks, and deliver technology solutions aligned with mission objectives. Support IT governance, portfolio intake and prioritization, and stakeholder reporting; additionally serve as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex IT projects from planning through closeout
• Apply Agile and traditional methodologies to manage plans, schedules, risks, and progress
• Support IT governance processes, policies, procedures, and oversight
• Facilitate project intake, evaluation, prioritization, and portfolio management
• Develop and maintain documentation, dashboards, reports, and performance metrics
• Coordinate with program offices, technical teams, contractors, and leadership to resolve issues and manage dependencies
• Act as COR: support acquisition planning, monitor contractor performance, review deliverables, ensure contractual compliance
• Advise leadership on federal IT requirements, project management practices, governance, risks, and emerging technologies
• Support records management and policy review to ensure legal/regulatory compliance

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or National
• Registered for Selective Service if applicable (males born after 12-31-59)
• Suitable for federal employment via background investigation
• Probationary period may be required
• GS-14: 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-13, demonstrating each competency listed:
• Leading multiple IT projects/programs/initiatives simultaneously with prioritization, risk/dependency management, and delivery of objectives
• Developing and implementing standards or improving governance of IT processes/policies/procedures/controls
• Analyzing organizational needs and strategic/operational requirements to develop recommendations and technology solutions
• Advising senior leaders, project teams, contractors, and stakeholders on PM practices, technology initiatives, governance requirements, organizational risks, and process improvements
• Facilitating collaboration among cross-functional teams and business partners for enterprise-wide IT initiatives and issue resolution

Benefits

Comprehensive federal benefits package (eligibility depends on position type).