Summary

Come join the King County Metro Transit team as a IT Project Manager I. This position will serve as a Project Manager in support of the Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) project. The Enterprise Asset Management System project is a multiyear project managed with the Finance and Administration division of King County Metro to consolidate and modernize asset management systems. This position will report to and work closely with the EAMS lead project manager to successfully deliver on the project goals. Areas of focus will include management of backlog as well as tracking of risks, action items and decisions; active management of Azure DevOps for the project; management of the decommissioning process for retired systems and other project management tasks as assigned.

About King County Metro Transit

King County Metro Transit has pioneered or refined dozens of ideas and methodologies that have been adopted by transit agencies nationwide, and as a result is recognized as an industry leader in transportation. We are one of the largest transit systems in the country, providing over 120 million trips a year on transit with a fleet of more than 1,600 buses; including diesel hybrids, electric trolleys, battery electric buses and the largest fleet of articulated buses in the country. We also operate the largest public Van Pool fleet in the nation as well as Sound Transit Regional Express buses, Link light rail, and the Seattle Streetcar. King County Metro is a leader in cutting edge green technology and eco-conscious practices, and continuously develop new and innovative ways to improve the overall transit experience for the public.

Metro's Finance and Administration Transit Technology Project Management Team

The Transit Technology Project Management unit is part of the Metro Technology Office within the Finance and Administration division section. The team provides project management from initiation through planning, procurement, development, and integration, testing and implementation to steady state and transfer to operational teams. Each IT PM manages or supports one or more concurrent Metro IT projects through the full project management life-cycle, ensuring project completion within authorized scope, schedule and budget.

The team's project portfolio includes a wide-ranging and challenging variety of capital projects for transit applications and systems including real time customer information, electronic fare collection and mobile ticketing, on-board systems, scheduling and route planning, vehicle dispatch and telematics, asset management, wireless network communications, transit signal priority, enterprise architecture, business intelligence, capital project management and reporting, zero emissions technology, as well as other system enhancements and life cycle management.

Position Type

This recruitment will be used to fill one Term Limited Temporary/Special Duty Assignment IT Project Manager I Classification vacancy. The TLT/SDA is anticipated to last 2 years and may be extended. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool for future Term Limited Temporary/Special Duty Assignment vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the date of posting and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority

Job Duties

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles (ESJ) that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work. As an Information Technology Project Manager I (ITPM I), in coordination with the lead project manager, you will:

  • Support and manage the project teams Azure DevOps usage
  • Manage the project development backlog
  • Provide tracking of risks, issues, action items, and decisions
  • Manage the decommissioning process for assets being retired through this project
  • Provide Project Management support to various project workstreams
  • With appropriate direction and oversight, recommend project approach, controls and appropriate performance measures. Apply those measures as needed, directed or required.
  • Monitor detailed budgets. Report on progress (and variances) to stakeholders, senior management, King County Council, and the Project Review Board as appropriate.
  • Support the development and maintenance of the detailed project schedule using the tools and templates deployed at Metro. Track tasks, milestones, and resources..
  • Support the development and maintenance of standard project documentation such as: project charter, project plan, business cases, cost/benefit analysis, scope of work, risk management plan, change management plan, communication plan, issue management plan, requirements compliance and traceability tracking, test plan, development, execution and control, training plan, management reports, benefits achievement and project close-out reports and other work products in the course of project implementation.
  • Provide timely status reports, assessments, issue identification, risk reports, and related project analyses as required.
  • Provide excellent written and verbal communications; explaining complicated technology concepts to non-technical audiences; working with Metro divisions and offices to support project success.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Minimum Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in technology management, engineering, computer science, transportation planning, business administration or a closely related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Two years of experience as an IT Project Manager, IT Business Analyst, or Technology Project Administrator.
  • Demonstrated experience managing Azure DevOps or related Software Development Life Cycle tools across projects.

OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the work.

Additional Requirements to be successful in this role:

  • Experience managing or supporting technology projects including planning, organizing, coordinating, and managing staff, clients, and/or partners towards the successful completion of a project.
  • Demonstrated history of flexibility and adaptability with competing priorities and changing assignments.
  • Ability to conduct effective meetings with various types of stakeholders throughout the organization and synthesize complex information, prepare clear and concise materials and communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills.
  • Experience in the use of large, complex spreadsheets, documents and presentations.
  • Intermediate-level expertise with MS Project or equivalent project management tools.

Highly competitive candidates will have (desired, but not required):

  • Professional project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile methodology, (if no certification, state clearly in your application materials how you bring the equivalent rigorous theoretical and practical knowledge in project management to this position, or if you are actively preparing for the PMP Exam.)
  • Experience working with large public sector agencies or governmental organizations.
  • Experience supporting development and management of vendor contracts, RFIs, RFPs, and SLAs.
  • Demonstrated history of managing and leading change, ensuring project execution and quality while successfully managing and mitigating risk.

Supplemental Information

Who May Apply: We are accepting applications from internal and external candidates.

To Apply?

The following application materials are required:?

  1. An online King County application. Updated with accurate contact information, and relevant work history going back at least 10 years (or more, if necessary), with all job duties, dates of employment, and reasons for leaving explained clearly.?
  2. Completed supplemental questions.?
  3. Resume.?
  4. A cover letter. In your cover letter please tell us why you are interested in this job and how your experience, skills and/or education have prepared you for this position.?

Applications without the above required materials will not be considered. Application materials will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews and possibly other selection process elements. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or a record review.? Note, to be eligible for an SDA you must be an employee

who has completed the probationary period of your current CS position.

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact: Sabrina Brazzle sbrazzle@kingcounty.gov.

Other Position Information?

Work Location: This is a hybrid position. The main work site for this position is King Street Center, 201 S Jackson St., Seattle, WA 98104.

The work associated with this position is currently performed or conducted through a combination of teleworking, onsite work, and meetings. The role combines remote work from home with onsite reporting typically once per week. Reporting frequency may vary based on business needs.

Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Work Schedule: The position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible. The typical workweek is 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Position information: This recruitment will be used to hire 1 Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term Limited Temporary (TLT) vacancy.

Union Representation: The position is represented by PROTEC17: Professional and Technical Employees, Local 17

Class Code: 7331100

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
  • Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
  • Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
  • Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
  • 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
  • Generous vacation and paid sick leave
  • Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness programs
  • Onsite activity centers
  • Employee Giving Program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
  • Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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