Project Manager

The State of Wisconsin is looking for one (1) Certified Project Manager- III

WISCONSIN ONLY POSTING:

POSTING IS FOR WISCONSIN BASED CANDIDATES ONLY (OR THOSE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO WISCONSIN WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE START DATE).  Candidates that are NOT located IN WISCONSIN or willing TO RELOCATE will NOT be considered and should not be submitted.

PMP CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION. FAILURE TO PROVIDE WILL RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR CANDIDATE.  In addition to including the certificate, candidates should be prepared to present additional information to the hiring manager such as date of certification, curriculums completed, and contact information necessary to confirm certification.

The Department of Children and Families has identified a need for one Certified Project Manager 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. 

This position requires 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. 

Top desired skills required for the position:

• Project Management
• Critical Thinking
• Experience managing and coordinating the implementation of business side projects.
• Experience developing and utilizing automated tools to make project execution efforts more efficient.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Certified PMP certificate or recognized project manager curriculum is REQUIRED.  Candidate will be required to provide certificate at time of submission to posting.

Interview Process: 

Teams with camera on. PLEASE NOTE: A real-time screenshot photo of the candidate MUST be uploaded to candidate's bid upon confirming the interview. 

Interview Notes: 

• Phone and web-based interviews will be acceptable. 
• However, an in--person interview may be required. 
• Interviews will be set up shortly after the posting close date.
• MUST provide three (3) business references for the interview. (One reference must be a supervisory level.)

Important Notes:

• Candidate MUST be physically located in Wisconsin for the entire length of the contract.  NO REMOTE WORK CAN BE COMPLETED OUTSIDE OF WISCONSIN. 
• 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.)

Duration: 

• 06/30/2025, with the potential to extend for an additional term(s)

1. Onsite or Remote? 

• This position is currently remote (however candidate must reside in Wisconsin for the length of the contract).  However, position status is subject to change. 

Will this position have access to FTI (Federal Tax Information)? 

• No 

On Call hours required? 

• No

Will the position require any weekend coverage?  (IE:  weekend maintenance) 

• No

Is this position Remote, Hybrid**, or In Person? 

• Remote

Security Required:

• Yes