PMO Manager; Information Technology Project and Portfolio Manager

Position: PMO Manager (Information Technology Project and Portfolio Manager 2)

PMO Manager (Information Technology Project and Portfolio Manager
2)

Join to apply for the PMO Manager (Information Technology Project and Portfolio Manager
2) role at State of Oregon
. This role leads a team of enterprise project managers and supports on‑time, in‑budget delivery of IT projects aligned with the organization’s strategic plan.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO) team to deliver critical IT projects.
• Develop and enhance enterprise-wide project processes, budgets, and operations.
• Set program goals and align them with strategic objectives.
• Provide oversight and guidance to project managers, ensuring effective governance.
• Facilitate risk, resource, and change management processes across the portfolio.
• Deliver executive-level reporting and portfolio visibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Six years of progressive supervision/management experience, or
  three years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Professional experience as a program or project leader, including
  budget development and performance monitoring.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Desired Attributes

• Ability to break down projects into work packages and assess resource needs.
• Deep knowledge of elicitation, analysis, specification, and verification practices.
• Experience with product management concepts and agile/waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Project Portal, and Visio.
• Expertise in PMBOK methodologies within an enterprise IT environment.
• Financial acumen and leadership capabilities.

Preference Statement

Preference will be given to candidates holding a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute.

Application Instructions

• Submit your application through the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage.
• Attach a current cover letter and resume.
• Current State of Oregon employees must apply through Workday.
• Save a copy of the announcement; it will not be available after the deadline.
• Contact Nancy Karnas (nancy.karnasgon.gov | 971‑719‑3083) for questions.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model—primarily in‑office with discussion of flexible arrangements.
• Paid time off, 11 holidays, and a competitive benefits package.
• Career advancement and continuous learning opportunities.
• Carpool matching tool and travel planner.
• Live and work in Salem, Oregon.

Additional Details

• Valid driver’s license required.
• JTR (“Come for a job, stay for a career ...”) preferred and retained as a reminder of agency values.
• VIET PHR a 2 line in line as due to required to get correct mention but trimmed of extra formatting.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship.
• Veteran preference applies; see Veterans Resources.

Equal Opportunity

The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affiliation and diverse resource employer ensuring fair employment practices and an inclusive, welcoming workplace.

Seniority

Mid‑Senior level | Full‑time

Job Function & Industries

Project Management and Information Technology | Government Administration

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