IT Project Manager_Remote@Pierre,South Dakota(Locals Only)

Information Technology Project Manager

Location: Remote (candidates must be local to Pierre,SD) Duration: 12 Months Contract (Possible Extension) Experience: 10 Years

Note: Although the role is remote/work-from-home, the client is specifically looking for candidates local to South Dakota.

Job Summary:

This role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of various information system transformation initiatives, along with providing strategic direction at the enterprise level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage large-scale enterprise IT projects and smaller initiatives
• Define business and technical requirements in collaboration with stakeholders and scrum teams
• Provide strategic guidance for enterprise IT implementations
• Coordinate with development teams and vendors to ensure successful delivery
• Ensure project governance, monitoring, and control mechanisms are in place
• Deliver projects on time and within budget
• Mentor and guide state personnel in project management practices.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience with child support systems, policies, and business processes
• Background in child support system modernization projects
• Strong experience managing IT solutions and enterprise projects
• PMP certification or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, DevOps, and other SDLC methodologies
• Proven expertise in project governance and delivery.