Expert Technology Services
Phoenix, AZ IT AZDOR Agency Support Division (ASD) Project Manager
Expert Technology Services, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
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Local Only Candidates Resumes must specify the current location of the candidate, all those who do not state current location will not be considered. AS A REMINDER Candidates must be local at time of submission, and available for in person interviews within 1 week of the posting close date. Candidates must also be able to start within 2 weeks of an offer being made. Looking for W2 candidate and Local to AZ only Position Description
Overview:
Project Manager (Agile) Job Title: Project Manager Agile Location: Phoenix, AZ Position Type: We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies and leading project teams on software implementations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in Azure DevOps or equivalent tools and vendor coordination. You will lead critical technology initiatives supporting a large multi-year and multi-phase implementation of a COTS product that is responsible for supporting all aspects of the $26B in tax revenue collected annually by the department. Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery of projects on time, within scope and budget. Facilitate all Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives. Collaborate with other workstreams on the program for identified dependencies. Align with the Vendor on the work that will be completed each sprint and program increment. Maintain and track progress in Azure DevOps Boards (or similar tools such as Jira, GitLab, etc.) to manage user stories, bugs, epics, and releases. Coordinate and manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring contractual obligations and SLAs are met. Develop, maintain and execute risk management plans. Ensure policies and security practices are integrated into project planning and execution. Support organizational change management (OCM) efforts by communicating effectively with stakeholders, managing resistance, and preparing users for technology changes. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including charters, schedules, RACI matrices, and post-mortem reviews.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in Agile/Scrum environments. Experience managing integration or data focused projects. Proficiency with Azure DevOps, Jira, or equivalent project tracking tools. Experience managing external vendors, including performance tracking and issue resolution. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and drive alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field. Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) required. SAFe certification or PMP. Experience working in government, public sector, or regulated environments. Experience working on multi-phased COTS implementations.
Work Environment & Tools
Azure DevOps, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office. Hybrid work model, predominantly remote.
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Local Only Candidates Resumes must specify the current location of the candidate, all those who do not state current location will not be considered. AS A REMINDER Candidates must be local at time of submission, and available for in person interviews within 1 week of the posting close date. Candidates must also be able to start within 2 weeks of an offer being made. Looking for W2 candidate and Local to AZ only Position Description
Overview:
Project Manager (Agile) Job Title: Project Manager Agile Location: Phoenix, AZ Position Type: We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies and leading project teams on software implementations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in Azure DevOps or equivalent tools and vendor coordination. You will lead critical technology initiatives supporting a large multi-year and multi-phase implementation of a COTS product that is responsible for supporting all aspects of the $26B in tax revenue collected annually by the department. Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery of projects on time, within scope and budget. Facilitate all Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives. Collaborate with other workstreams on the program for identified dependencies. Align with the Vendor on the work that will be completed each sprint and program increment. Maintain and track progress in Azure DevOps Boards (or similar tools such as Jira, GitLab, etc.) to manage user stories, bugs, epics, and releases. Coordinate and manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring contractual obligations and SLAs are met. Develop, maintain and execute risk management plans. Ensure policies and security practices are integrated into project planning and execution. Support organizational change management (OCM) efforts by communicating effectively with stakeholders, managing resistance, and preparing users for technology changes. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including charters, schedules, RACI matrices, and post-mortem reviews.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in Agile/Scrum environments. Experience managing integration or data focused projects. Proficiency with Azure DevOps, Jira, or equivalent project tracking tools. Experience managing external vendors, including performance tracking and issue resolution. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and drive alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field. Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) required. SAFe certification or PMP. Experience working in government, public sector, or regulated environments. Experience working on multi-phased COTS implementations.
Work Environment & Tools
Azure DevOps, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office. Hybrid work model, predominantly remote.
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