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SOAZ - 8151 - AZDOR - Agency Support Division (ASD) - Project Manager (Local Only/Mostly Remote)

Closing Date & Time: 9/16/2025@ 3 PM

Job Description:

Hybrid work model, predominantly remote.

Project Manager (Agile)

We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies and leading project teams on software implementations . The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in Azure DevOps or equivalent tools and vendor coordination. You will lead critical technology initiatives supporting a large multi-year and multi-phase implementation of a COTS product that is responsible for supporting all aspects of the $26B in tax revenue collected annually by the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery of projects on time, within scope and budget.
• Facilitate all Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with other workstreams on the program for identified dependencies
• Align with the Vendor on the work that will be completed each sprint and program increment.
• Maintain and track progress in Azure DevOps Boards (or similar tools such as Jira, GitLab, etc.) to manage user stories, bugs, epics, and releases.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring contractual obligations and SLAs are met.
• Develop, maintain and execute risk management plans.
• Ensure policies and security practices are integrated into project planning and execution.
• Support organizational change management (OCM) efforts by communicating effectively with stakeholders, managing resistance, and preparing users for technology changes.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including charters, schedules, RACI matrices, and post-mortem reviews.

Work Environment & Tools:

Azure DevOps, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office.

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in Agile/Scrum environments
• Experience managing integration or data focused projects
• Proficiency with Azure DevOps, Jira, or equivalent project tracking tools
• Experience managing external vendors, including performance tracking and issue resolution

Preferred Skills

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field
• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) required
• SAFe certification or PMP
• Experience working in government, public sector, or regulated environments
• Experience working on multi-phased COTS implementations

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Remote work,

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