IT Project Manager

OpenGov is home to an exceptional team - passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. By bringing the OpenGov Cloud to our nation's state and local government, we’re transforming communities so they can thrive! 

Imagine yourself being able to help small business owners open their doors faster, ensuring our tax dollars are accounted for, creating safer infrastructure, modernizing the permitting process, and assisting with disaster recovery. The work you do here every day has a meaningful impact on people's lives!

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Join our smart, fun, and humble team to experience the most rewarding career of your life!

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join our dynamic team and help establish our Project Management Office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing IT projects, particularly in the SAAS industry, and will be adept at using agile methodologies. Experience as a Scrum Master is highly desirable. This role requires an individual who is detail-oriented, an excellent communicator, and capable of leading cross-functional teams to success.

• Project Planning and Management: Develop, manage, and track detailed project plans and schedules, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. 
• Project Management Process: Develop and deliver standard work intake and project update policies and procedures.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the main point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates and facilitating effective communication among all parties involved. Ensure requirements are understood and agreed upon across departments. Ensure stakeholders are delighted with the overall project deliverables as well as the process of working with IT.
• Agile Methodologies: Implement and manage projects using Agile methodologies, serving as Scrum Master when necessary, to ensure iterative and incremental project progress.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential challenges and ensure project continuity.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, ensuring collaboration and alignment with project goals.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee project deliverables to ensure they meet high-quality standards. Develop use and test cases and ensure all deliverables meet or exceed stakeholder requirements.
• Resource Allocation: Manage, monitor,  and allocate resources effectively to ensure project tasks are completed efficiently. 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. 
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years proven experience in IT project management, managing project execution to deliver on time, within scope and budget, and with happy stakeholders,  preferably in a SAAS company, required.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certifications are highly desirable.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Project required.
• Agile and Scrum Experience: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and serving as a Scrum Master preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to a range of stakeholders required.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues required.
• Leadership Abilities: Proven track record of leading, coaching, and mentoring project teams to achieve outstanding results required.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work effectively in a fast-paced environment required. 

What makes OpenGov unique

» Leadership: CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, and SF and Silicon Valley Business Times' 40 under 40 class of 2018!

» Growth: Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments (and counting) using our products. Click here to read more.

» Culture: Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, Awarded Top 25 Cloud Companies to Work For, Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!

» Perks: 90% paid Medical/Dental/Vision premium for employees, fully paid Life and Short/Long term disability insurance, Unlimited PTO, Parental Leave policy, annual wellness stipend, anniversary awards, and more!

» Product: Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.

» Mission Driven: We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We're powering more effective and accountable government.

Come join us and make a positive social impact!

OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.