Certified PMP certificate is REQUIRED

The State of Wisconsin is looking for TWO (2) Certified Project Manager III's

MUST BE LIVING IN WISCONSIN

Top Skills:

Project Management (10+ years)

Written and Verbal Communication

Critical Thinking

Certified PMP certificate or recognized project manager curriculum is REQUIRED. Candidate will be required to provide certificate at time of submission to posting.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Candidate MUST be physically located in the United States. International candidates/phone numbers will not be accepted.

• Candidate must follow ALL DCF work rules

• Candidate must be available to perform all work during the Central Standard Time (CST) business hours 9:00 am – 3 pm (or CST hours as defined by the hiring manager)

• Candidate will be required to provide their own equipment for this position (See job description for required specifications.)

Interview process: via Zoom/Teams

Candidate MUST be a WI resident or willing to relocate to WI prior to starting the role at their own expense. Local candidates preferred. This position is currently remote. However, position status is subject to change. (90% remote 10% onsite as needed) Onsite work is not likely, but candidate should be prepared to come onsite if required.

Project details: Will provide project management support for the Preschool Development Grant: overseeing and tracking status of budget, grant deliverables, and working with internal and external stakeholders.

The Department of Children and Families has identified a need for two Certified Project Managers who will be responsible for managing and coordinating the development, management, and implementation of high-profile projects that support the DCF services provided to children and families.

These positions require an individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, as

well as, have an ability to work with minimal direction and oversight. Individuals in this role

must carry project management certification and have a strong background in project

management, including experience in running business area projects. The ability to think

critically and problem solve are essential.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Project management functions across all assigned projects, including oversight of

workplans, timelines, and evaluation efforts.

• External & internal stakeholder engagement – communicate project status to

Department Management Teams, workgroups, providers, and advocacy organizations.

• Develop automated tools to streamline internal processes and make project

development and execution efforts more efficient.

Project Details (project overview, who the contractor will work with, soft skills needed, etc.):

Will provide project management support for the Preschool Development Grant: overseeing and

tracking status of budget, grant deliverables, and working with internal and external

stakeholders.

Qualification Minimum

Experience

Project Management 10

Development of Project Artifacts (plan, charter, status

reports, etc.)

10

Prepare Written Reports 7

Strong Communication Skills 7

Prepare Executive Briefings 5

MS Project or equivalent 5