Technology Project Manager

Kansas Turnpike Authority

$80K — $95K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or equivalent experience required.
  • 5+ years of project management experience preferred.
  • Strong project management skills essential.
  • Ability to troubleshoot technology issues logically.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Windows and other operating systems.
  • Quick learner of new application software.

Responsibilities

  • Manage IT projects effectively within the organization.
  • Oversee technology research and development initiatives.
  • Coordinate resources, both internal and external for projects.
  • Adapt to additional duties as required by the organization.
  • Participate in short-term planning and decision-making processes.
  • Direct and mentor junior staff, fostering professional growth.

Benefits

  • Work primarily in a standard office environment with necessary accommodations for disabled individuals.
  • Occasional outdoor work with exposure to various weather conditions.
  • Opportunity to use advanced technology and software programs.
  • Engage in diverse tasks and projects that impact customer satisfaction and internal processes.
Full Job Description
Definition and Examples of Work
  • Manages IT projects within the organization.
  • Oversees technology-related research and development projects.
  • Coordinates KTA resources and external technical resources.
  • Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Latitude and Impact of Position

This position works daily to obtain information, provide input, and problem solve as part of a team, while using extensive technical and industry knowledge. Most work tasks are self- determined and the position may direct the work of others while providing coaching and training in a formal and informal manner. Participates in short-term planning. Decision making is done independently or with a supervisor and all purchases must obtain supervisory approval.

Successful completion of job tasks impacts internal systems, processes and procedures, customer satisfaction, and external relationships.

Work Environment

The work environment described here is representative of the general work environment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Primarily works in a general office environment using computers, electronic devices, and related office equipment.
  • Occasionally works outdoors with exposure to all weather elements, including heat cold, humidity, and dust.
  • May occasionally be exposed to moderate noise levels and be required to wear personal protective equipment.

QUALIFICATION

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Project management skills.
  • Ability to evaluate technology problems and create manageable solutions.
  • Excellent interpersonal communications.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and other operating systems.
  • Advanced knowledge of computer software programs.
  • Ability to learn new application software quickly.

Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or equivalent area of technical study or comparable project management job experience.

Preferred Education and Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in project management.

Certification, License, Registration
  • Valid driver license.

Physical requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to sit (or stand) for long periods of time (continuous)
  • Must be able to speak with and hear others (continuous)
  • Uses hands to touch, handle or feel (continuous)
  • Must be able to adjust focus, identify and distinguish colors and/or shapes and see up close (frequently)
  • Occasionally uses depth perception, and must see at a distance.
  • Must be able to visualize computer screen (frequently)
  • Must occasionally distinguish between sound tones.
  • Must lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Other Requirements
  • N/A

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