VSM, LLC
Senior Project Manager (Gov't / Public Safety)
The Senior Project Manager will support the public safety efforts for our client. Please do not apply if you do not have any experience working in Public Safety.
Responsibilities
Manage assigned Public Safety (e.g. Police, Fire, 911, Corrections) technology projects, ensuring alignment with County and OIT objectives.
Perform day‑to‑day project management activities, including tracking progress, identifying issues and risks, and recommending effective mitigation strategies.
Ensure all project work remains within scope, meets requirements, and is delivered on time and within budget.
Identify and manage project critical paths, milestones, testing phases, and acceptance criteria.
Recommend and implement solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance levels.
Monitor and resolve project issues, maintaining accurate and timely status reports for stakeholders.
Prepare and deliver clear, professional communications, including written documentation, reports, and presentations.
Develop agendas, prepare meeting handouts, and facilitate productive project meetings.
Preferred Skills
Experience managing projects using Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint.
Previous experience working in a government entity (Federal, State or Local).
Ability to successfully complete a comprehensive background check.
Experience with development, management, communication and support of public safety systems.
Qualifications
Minimum of seven (7) years of successful project management experience leading large, high‑profile, and sensitive initiatives.
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Demonstrated experience managing business process implementations, as well as software and/or hardware implementation and upgrade projects, using Waterfall and/or Agile methodologies.
Strong experience creating and managing project documentation consistent with PMI standards.
Proven ability to create and manage project deliverables across the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.
Experience developing and delivering executive‑level presentations and communications.
Detail‑oriented, organizational, coordination, and time‑management skills.
Ability to work on site, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Certification Requirement: Candidate must currently hold a Project, Program, Portfolio, or Agile management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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Responsibilities
Manage assigned Public Safety (e.g. Police, Fire, 911, Corrections) technology projects, ensuring alignment with County and OIT objectives.
Perform day‑to‑day project management activities, including tracking progress, identifying issues and risks, and recommending effective mitigation strategies.
Ensure all project work remains within scope, meets requirements, and is delivered on time and within budget.
Identify and manage project critical paths, milestones, testing phases, and acceptance criteria.
Recommend and implement solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance levels.
Monitor and resolve project issues, maintaining accurate and timely status reports for stakeholders.
Prepare and deliver clear, professional communications, including written documentation, reports, and presentations.
Develop agendas, prepare meeting handouts, and facilitate productive project meetings.
Preferred Skills
Experience managing projects using Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint.
Previous experience working in a government entity (Federal, State or Local).
Ability to successfully complete a comprehensive background check.
Experience with development, management, communication and support of public safety systems.
Qualifications
Minimum of seven (7) years of successful project management experience leading large, high‑profile, and sensitive initiatives.
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Demonstrated experience managing business process implementations, as well as software and/or hardware implementation and upgrade projects, using Waterfall and/or Agile methodologies.
Strong experience creating and managing project documentation consistent with PMI standards.
Proven ability to create and manage project deliverables across the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.
Experience developing and delivering executive‑level presentations and communications.
Detail‑oriented, organizational, coordination, and time‑management skills.
Ability to work on site, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Certification Requirement: Candidate must currently hold a Project, Program, Portfolio, or Agile management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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