Senior Project Manager

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: May 03, 2025
  • Salary: $59,647.62-$94,241.48 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:94241
  • Full Time
  • Project Management
  • Job Description

    Job Location:

    • The office for this position is located at 3315 West Truman Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109.


    Why you’ll love this position:

    Are you looking for a Project Management position that will allow you to utilize your proven experience and skills to work on a wide variety of projects? Are you interested in being a key player in the partnerships between IT, multiple IT project teams, and the state agency business customers they support? If so, we invite you to apply to join our team!

    ITSD's Project Managers are problem solvers, focused on producing high-quality outcomes on customer projects. A Project Manager exhibits a proven commitment to innovation. The position is responsible for initiating, planning, managing, and leading project teams to implement strategic projects, gaining efficiencies and productivity for the organization and the State of Missouri citizens.

    This position is with the Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division (OA-ITSD) Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) providing support to one or more state agencies.

    ITSD Core Values - We Innovate and Partner with Passion, Respect, and Integrity United as #OneTeam.

    • Provide overall planning, coordination, and oversight of all activities for assigned projects.
    • Lead projects through the entire Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
    • Exercise independence, judgment, and take initiative in leading projects.
    • Embrace continuous improvement and maximize value while eliminating waste by using lean thinking.
    • Work effectively with agency staff, business analysts, and developers to complete projects on time and within budget

      Governance of the assigned project budget.
    • Project status reporting.
    • Contract Management for vendor-engaged projects.
    • Assist the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Directors, and/or Managers with strategic planning and direction.
    • Serve as a resource and/or mentor to entry-level team members and less experienced staff.


    • Project Management methodologies and best practices.
    • Business Analysis.
    • Concepts, practices, and procedures within the SDLC.
    • Excellent Communication, Leadership, Organization, Conflict Resolution, and Critical Thinking.
    • Planning and organizing projects, ensuring project deadlines are met.
    • Proven ability to independently manage projects from conception to implementation.
    • Informed and effective decision-making.
    • Exhibited ability to evaluate options for solutions, considering all risks and impacts.
    • Proven ability to collaborate with professional staff and stakeholders.
    • Proven ability to lead a team, provide direction, and take initiative.
    • Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate’s name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.


    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    Strengths in Negotiation, Lean and Strategic Thinking, Building Strong Partnerships and Relationship Building, and the ability to develop productive, team-oriented relationships are also beneficial. Knowledge of Scrum according to Scrum.org’s Scrum Guide is also beneficial.

    The classification for this position is Project Manager ; click for more information.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    If you have questions please contact: ITSDRecruiting@oa.mo.gov
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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