Project Manager 7712

Project Manager Opportunity (Job ID: 7712)Location Requirements:
Must be local to Arizona (AZ) currently. The first week is in-office, followed by remote work. Onsite presence required once a month or as needed. Position is based in Phoenix, AZ.Contract Details:

• Duration: Up to 9 months, with the option for extension.
• Employment Type: W2 only (or corp-to-corp arrangements available).

How to Apply:
If interested, please submit:

• Your current resume
• Your hourly rate

About the RoleImagine designing world-class online educational experiences for hundreds of thousands of K-12 students, teachers, parents, and school staff in Arizona. The Arizona Department of Education (ADE) is creating innovative educational web applications, and you can contribute to our success by crafting top-tier user interfaces using cutting-edge web technologies.Position SummaryThe Arizona Department of Education (ADE) IT division is seeking a self-driven IT Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment built on collaboration and partnership with business stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings extensive technical expertise and a proven track record of success in large, enterprise-wide projects, focusing on Software Development, Data Visualization, and Vendor Management.This role demands a calm, composed professional with exceptional listening skills, ready to navigate unexpected changes driven by government policy shifts. You'll work independently with minimal oversight, delivering innovative solutions under tight timelines.Required Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of IT project management principles.
• In-depth understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Proficiency in Agile principles, with the ability to apply them for flexible, collaborative project execution.
• Strong technical and solution-oriented mindset to adapt to frequent changes.
• Expertise in defining missions, goals, tasks, and resources, while translating objectives into actionable plans.
• Experience in efficient budget and resource management, balancing financial considerations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for transparent stakeholder engagement.
• Skilled in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Proficient in conveying project updates and insights to stakeholders.
• Strong prioritization and planning abilities, considering objectives and constraints.
• Ability to develop data strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Leadership skills to manage data and Business Intelligence (BI) teams.
• Capability to extract insights from simple datasets as needed.
• Effective communication with non-technical stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in medium to large software development projects.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Experience with Power BI or Tableau.
• Agile Certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification.
• PMP Certification.