Job Description

Are you a motivated leader with a passion for IT systems development and implementation projects who is inspired to support a department that shapes the lives of all people in Pennsylvania? The PA Department of Education (PDE) strives to ensure that every learner has access to a world-class education system that academically prepares children and adults to succeed and is seeking a Project Manager to join our team. Experience the power of collaboration with us and contribute your talents to a brighter future!

In this role, you will lead complex, high visibility education data project initiatives with multiple stakeholders for K-12 education environments. Our team will rely on your experience and skills in project management, business analysis, and information technology to oversee projects from inception to implementation. This includes creating and maintaining project plans and documentation including tasks, plan resources, budget costs, and quality control activities, as well as directing risk-impact assessments and invoking change control processes as required. You will also advise leadership on the progress of all assigned projects through detailed executive summaries and presentations to business partners, staff, leadership, and peer organizations.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the  position description . 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework:  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. This position is expected to report to the office one day per month, currently every first Thursday of each month. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary:   In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a Business Analyst 4; or  
• Two years of experience as a Project Manager 1; or  
• Four years of experience in leading IT systems development or implementation projects and a bachelor’s degree; or  
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes four years of experience in leading IT systems development or implementation projects.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position requires that you must possess three or more years of state-level education data analysis experience (specifically K-12 public education in Pennsylvania).
• This particular position requires that you must possess one or more years of experience leading complex technical data related projects through the entire development lifecycle. 
• You must meet the  . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: 

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  1. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date .  Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 

Veterans: 

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at  [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. 
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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