Senior Project Manager (Remote from anywhere in CO)

February 5, 2026

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Together, we innovate for a stronger Colorado The work of employees at the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. But our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We're building one of the nation's leading government IT organizations by reimagining how we support agencies, building first-of-their-kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services. Watch this <a href="https://youtu.be/nQRkos_W-sk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://youtu.be/nQRkos_W-sk" data-uw-rm-ext-link="">video</a> to learn more about how we're Serving People. Serving Colorado. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please review your application to ensure completion. For the most equitable applicant experience, OIT’s hiring team considers only the contents of your application to review your qualifications. Please do not include any attachments (such as resume or cover letter) with your application as these items are not used by OIT’s hiring team. We’re looking for a strategic and collaborative Senior Project Manager, to lead the development and implementation of large, complex, multi-platform technology initiatives. In this role you will take projects from original concept to successful application by defining project scope and objectives, analyzing project requirements, identifying resources, and determining the best approach for completion. Some of your important duties will include: Proactively managing changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans Developing new approaches and employing existing plans, to create detailed work strategies, schedules, project estimates, budget management and status reports, ensuring a smooth transition to operations. Drafting and submitting budget proposals and recommending subsequent budget changes Determining and assessing requests for additional staff and/or contractors, working with outside service providers as needed to complete technology projects Facilitating cross functional teams within OIT, customer organizations and vendors Conducting post-mortem project assessment, suggesting process or procedures improvements. Coaching, mentoring, and motivating project team members and contractors, influencing them to take positive action and accountability for assigned work. Managing relationships across OIT, customers and vendors, cultivating a thorough understanding of core business functions and alignment with business objectives. A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis. This is a skills-based job announcement. The required minimum qualifications and/or education (if substituting for the proven experience, knowledge, and skills), are as follows: Minimum Qualifications: A minimum of eight (8) years experience that includes a combination of IT and IT project management for large, complex projects and/or project portfolio management, which demonstrates strong relationship building and management skills, collaboration, communication, and organizational skills. Experience must also include: Experience leveraging tools such as Tableau or BI to make data driven decisions using a variety of project management tools and methodologies. Business processes and mapping of business functions to services. Defining and executing large, complex technology programs. Solid understanding of change management and ability to lead and influence cross functional teams and stakeholders.<div style="margin-left: 20.0px;"> </div><div style="color: inherit;font-style: normal;text-indent: 0.0px;">Substitutions: </div>Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications. Training or Certification related to the work assigned to the position will be assigned credit towards substitution for experience and/or education, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications. If the minimum qualifications include a degree requirement, additional appropriate paid or unpaid experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant IT certifications (e.g. Scrum, ITIL, ADKAR, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.). PMP Certification. Agile and Scrum methodology experience. Knowledge of software development methodologies, system implementation and integration and/or a technical discipline. Strong quality and customer service orientation. Conditions of Employment: OIT employees must comply with any screening procedures in place at state entity locations where they might be required to perform work.A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Positions supporting some agencies such as the Department of Corrections and the Department of Public Safety will also require a pre-employment drug test. This position may require travel within the specified geographic area, and to locations across the state as needed. If this posting indicates “remote from anywhere in CO” in the title, periodic reporting to the primary state work location designated for the position is required. All remote work must be performed in Colorado. While candidates from out of state will be considered for this role, the candidate selected for the position must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. A reasonable timeframe for relocation will be established on an individual basis, while considering business needs, and determining a start date. We know it's important to support each other, and that means having a healthy balance of work and personal time. Visit our <a href="https://oit.colorado.gov/careers/benefits" style="color: inherit;text-decoration: none;" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://oit.colorado.gov/careers/benefits">benefits</a> to learn more about some of our great offerings that allow us all to have fulfilling lives. Visit our <a href="https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply&source=gmail&ust=1752081378480000&usg=AOvVaw1T3IELFYSOILmuRjdQVd-D" style="color:inherit; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply" data-uw-rm-ext-link="">How to Apply webpage</a> to learn more about our application process and what to expect after you apply. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The Governor's Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at OIT_HR@state.co.us or call (303) 764-7900. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies based upon business need. The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored Visas for employment purposes.

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