Strategic Information Systems Project Leader

Summary Statement

This class is responsible for providing the project management expertise to allow for the successful implementation of Information Technology (IT) projects within the State of Delaware in support of various State agencies. Primary responsibilities include leading multiple projects at any given time, including business analysis, strategic process re-engineering, Cloud implementations, and application / hardware upgrades. Position will require an in-depth knowledge of industry and public sector methodologies for the successful implementation of IT projects. Incumbents are highly organized, articulate, detail oriented, has highly developed business acumen, and are comfortable leading and delegating within a cross-functional project team structure.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Manages and participates in the development of documentation to include project requirements analysis, information needs analysis, alternate design approaches, cost / benefit analysis, cost and time estimates, programming and testing a major project of strategic importance.
• Plans, schedules, prioritizes tasks, assigns, coordinates and reviews the work of assigned personnel.
• Prepares project budget; writes requests for proposals for the services of contractors, participates in the selection process and administers ensuing contracts.
• Conducts review meetings with users, monitors the project progress and budget, which may include the requisition process(es), and writes monthly progress reports.
• Responsible for the documentation of data system logic flow, programming, computer operations and user manuals.
• Reviews current technology on software and hardware, evaluates new products and makes recommendations for purchases.
• Submit a business case to DTI for approval of any agency information technology (IT) initiative before work begins (this includes work to prepare and publish an RFP).
• May support a 24x7 operational environment, which may require extended hours, including engagement outside normal working hours.
• May lead and / or support IT audit, IT security, and / or IT compliance activities.
• Performs related work as required.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Strategic Information Systems Project Leader

Applicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas :

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.