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It Senior Project Manager
This position with Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), partnering with the Department of Direct Care and Treatment (DCT), is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex information technology projects that support critical statewide systems and services. These projects may involve the development, enhancement, or retirement of IT solutions across infrastructure, enterprise applications, and business processes that directly impact DCT operations. The incumbent will serve as the primary project manager, overseeing all phases of project management-initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure-using industry best practices and standards such as the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and MNIT methodologies. This role ensures quality and consistency across multiple initiatives by applying proven project management practices, including scheduling, scope and risk management, change control, issue resolution, and status reporting. The goal is to deliver high-impact projects on time and within scope, enabling DCT to meet its mission of delivering essential direct care services to Minnesotans. This position requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Vadnais Heights, MN 55110 at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location. Telework is available on a limited basis. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume: Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience performing IT project management functions. Experience must include: risk management, defect management, conflict management, and other project management controls and practices. Leading the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure of complex IT project. Managing projects using Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid frameworks (both Iterative and Waterfall). Delivering effective verbal and written communication to ensure mutual understanding among stakeholders. Demonstrated customer service skills, including active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. A master's degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor's degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate's degree substitutes for one (1) year. Preferred Qualifications Degree in health informatics, healthcare information systems, or a closely related field. Project management experience within a public sector or government environment. Experience managing cross-functional teams and vendors in a matrixed environment. Experience with enterprise portfolio and project management tools (e.g., Planview, MS Project, Jira). PMP, PMI-ACP, or other relevant project management certifications. Experience in health informatics, including IT project management related to electronic medical record (EMR) systems, clinical decision support tools, or other healthcare IT platforms. Familiarity with IT systems and processes that support behavioral health, direct care, or healthcare regulatory compliance. Additional Requirements It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following: SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only) Criminal History Check Reference Check Social Security and Address Verification Education Verification Other legally required checks Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.
This position with Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), partnering with the Department of Direct Care and Treatment (DCT), is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex information technology projects that support critical statewide systems and services. These projects may involve the development, enhancement, or retirement of IT solutions across infrastructure, enterprise applications, and business processes that directly impact DCT operations. The incumbent will serve as the primary project manager, overseeing all phases of project management-initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure-using industry best practices and standards such as the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and MNIT methodologies. This role ensures quality and consistency across multiple initiatives by applying proven project management practices, including scheduling, scope and risk management, change control, issue resolution, and status reporting. The goal is to deliver high-impact projects on time and within scope, enabling DCT to meet its mission of delivering essential direct care services to Minnesotans. This position requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Vadnais Heights, MN 55110 at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location. Telework is available on a limited basis. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume: Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience performing IT project management functions. Experience must include: risk management, defect management, conflict management, and other project management controls and practices. Leading the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure of complex IT project. Managing projects using Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid frameworks (both Iterative and Waterfall). Delivering effective verbal and written communication to ensure mutual understanding among stakeholders. Demonstrated customer service skills, including active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. A master's degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor's degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate's degree substitutes for one (1) year. Preferred Qualifications Degree in health informatics, healthcare information systems, or a closely related field. Project management experience within a public sector or government environment. Experience managing cross-functional teams and vendors in a matrixed environment. Experience with enterprise portfolio and project management tools (e.g., Planview, MS Project, Jira). PMP, PMI-ACP, or other relevant project management certifications. Experience in health informatics, including IT project management related to electronic medical record (EMR) systems, clinical decision support tools, or other healthcare IT platforms. Familiarity with IT systems and processes that support behavioral health, direct care, or healthcare regulatory compliance. Additional Requirements It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following: SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only) Criminal History Check Reference Check Social Security and Address Verification Education Verification Other legally required checks Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.