IT Project Manager

Washington County, OR

$121K — $147K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in IT, computer science, business administration, or related field with relevant experience; or Associate's Degree with additional experience; or six years of practical IT project management experience
  • Two years of experience managing complex IT projects; four years with an Associate's Degree; or six years of practical experience
  • Preferably holds a PMP Certification or an Oregon Project Management Associate Certificate
  • Ability to arrange transportation for job-related meetings across Oregon
  • Undergo a thorough background check for employment

Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of IT projects, primarily focusing on infrastructure initiatives
  • Modernize data centers and upgrade network infrastructures
  • Deploy security solutions and implement enterprise server and storage platforms
  • Support the development of IT standards, playbooks, and repeatable processes
  • Document best practices and create training materials for project managers and technical staff
  • Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration for impactful technology advancements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Generous paid time off policy including vacation and sick leave
  • Participation in a retirement plan with county match
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Flexible work schedule options available
Full Job Description
Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.

Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Type:
Regular

Pay Range:
$121,647.72 - $147,825.60 Salary

Department:
Information Technology Services

FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt

While the position manages a diverse portfolio of IT projects across County departments, it will primarily focus on infrastructure initiatives such as modernizing data centers, upgrading network infrastructures, deploying security solutions, implementing enterprise server and storage platforms, system upgrades and migrations, migrating cloud environments, strengthening business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities, executing lifecycle modernization programs, and delivering enterprise business application deployments.

In addition to leading infrastructure-focused projects, this role contributes to the development of IT infrastructure and enterprise software systems playbooks, standards, and repeatable processes. The Information Technology Project Manager may also support documentation of best practices, creation of templates and guidelines, and training and onboarding for project managers and technical staff to ensure consistency in project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, technically proficient, and highly organized project manager who thrives in cross-functional environments and is eager to support impactful public-sector technology advancements.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge:
  • Core infrastructure domains: data centers, networks, servers, storage, cloud, security, disaster recovery, and enterprise systems.
  • Systems analysis methods for defining requirements, evaluating technical options, and determining cost-effective solutions.
  • Best practices for managing large, complex technology projects, including oversight of staff, budgets, and schedules.
  • IT standards, playbooks, and repeatable implementation processes.
  • Proper English usage-grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
  • Effective customer relationship management and consulting practices.

Skills:
  • Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and speech.
  • Exercise sound judgment when resolving complex technology issues.
  • Work accurately and efficiently under pressure and tight deadlines.
  • Lead and coordinate project teams to achieve defined goals and deliverables.
  • Assess user needs and recommend appropriate technology solutions.

Abilities:
  • Plan, organize, and direct large, complex technology projects, including budgets, schedules, workflows, and use cases.
  • Create and maintain IT playbooks, standards, and best practices.
  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, project teams, and leadership.
  • Interact professionally and respectfully with individuals at all organizational levels.
  • Train and support staff in standardized project processes and tools.
  • Collaborate effectively with diverse individuals and groups, including the public, coworkers, and vendors.


About the Department/Division:

Information Technology Services aims to be a trusted business partner and provider of reliable, proactive, and secure technology services that deliver innovative and effective solutions and support for Washington County. The Washington County IT Project Management Office works alongside County Departments to plan and deliver complex projects on time and within budget, and to help teams streamline business processes.

Minimum Qualifications

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: IT Project Manager.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, or a related field AND two (2) years of practical experience in management of complex information technology projects; OR
  • Associate's Degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, or a related field AND four (4) years of practical experience in management of complex information technology projects; OR
  • Six (6) years of practical experience in the management of complex information technology projects.


Additional Requirements
  • Must have the ability to arrange for timely transportation to attend appointments and meetings at locations throughout the State of Oregon.
  • May be required to successfully pass an extensive criminal background and personal history check.
  • A Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification OR an Oregon Project Management Associate (OPMA) Certificate is preferred.


Selection Process:

You can review our standard selection process here.

Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

Questions?

Recruiter:
Laura Aranda

Email Address:
[email protected]

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