Senior Broadband Project Manager (Remote from anywhere in Colorado)

Department InformationTogether, we innovate for a stronger ColoradoThe work of employees at the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. But our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We're building one of the nation's leading government IT organizations by reimagining how we support agencies, building first-of-their-kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services.Watch this video to learn more about how we're Serving People. Serving Colorado.Description Of JobIMPORTANT NOTE: Please review your application to ensure completion. For the most equitable applicant experience, OIT’s hiring team considers only the contents of your application to review your qualifications. Please do not include any attachments (such as resume or cover letter) with your application as these items are not used by OIT’s hiring team. TERM LIMITED POSITION: This position is term limited with an anticipated end date of approximately two years from the date of hire. This position is eligible for State employee benefits and may be extended as the situation warrants. This video explains the many benefits of working at the State of Colorado on a term limited basis.As our new Senior IT Project Manager (Broadband) you will be a part of the Colorado Broadband Office as you manage various program tasks and functions involved in the design, implementation, and management of extensive carrier-grade transport networks. You will have oversight of regional broadband network construction including, but not limited to the review of legal documents and service agreements, construction management, installation of carrier neutral locations, and testing.Our Senior IT Project Manager (Broadband) will be familiar with network development, experienced with vendors, physical network infrastructure, optical technologies and backbone network engineering. This role requires collaboration, driving strategic and tactical initiatives, creating and managing delivery programs and creating detailed reporting for consumption by our internal customers.Some Of The Day To Day Opportunities IncludeOverseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance plans of fiber-optic transport systems, and review and design requests for new requirements on behalf of local governments, tribal nations, and other state agencies in respect to the use of the Capital Project Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act and the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program funds, in addition to any future federal funding allocated to the state for deployment.Supporting CBO’s Middle Mile Initiative which includes informing strategy, grant making, and working with stakeholders on the technical components related to middle mile infrastructure.Supporting the planning and tracking of multiple stakeholder Broadband projects, ensuring timely resolution of issues, using escalation as necessary, creation of ongoing status reports using CRM software.Supporting of collection and preparation of reports as needed for grant funding partners, in addition to developing reports from major CRM platforms.Collaborating with stakeholders to proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans and support the contracting process for broadband grants.Supporting stakeholders in proactively managing broadband initiatives, including overall project plan, scope, change control, risks, issues, impacts, and reporting through standardization and best practice project implementation. TERM LIMITED POSITION: This position is term limited with an anticipated end date of approximately two years from the date of hire. This position is eligible for State employee benefits and may be extended as the situation warrants. This video explains the many benefits of working at the State of Colorado on a term limited basis.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal RightsA wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.Minimum QualificationsThis is a skills-based job announcement. The required minimum qualifications and/or education (if substituting for the proven experience, knowledge, and skills), are as follows:SkillsA minimum of five (5) years experience in IT project management for large, complex telecommunications or Broadband projects and/or comparable project management, which demonstrates strong relationship building and management skills, collaboration, communication, and organizational skills. Experience must also include:Using a variety of project management tools and methodologies.Business processes and mapping of business functions to services.Defining and executing large, complex technology programs.Solid understanding of change management and ability to lead and influence cross functional teams and stakeholders.Subject matter expert in the program management discipline, including scope, budget, schedule and resource management.Excellent verbal, written, presentation and facilitation skills and a proven track record communicating at all levels within IT and the businessSubstitutionsAdditional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications.Training or Certification related to the work assigned to the position will be assigned credit towards substitution for experience and/or education, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications.If the minimum qualifications include a degree requirement, additional appropriate paid or unpaid experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.Preferred QualificationsExperience in large scale and complex Broadband infrastructure projects.Relevant IT certifications (e.g., PMP, Scrum, ITIL, ADKAR, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).Agile and Scrum methodology experience.Conditions Of EmploymentOIT employees must comply with any screening procedures in place at state entity locations where they might be required to perform work.A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.Positions supporting some agencies such as the Department of Corrections and the Department of Public Safety will also require a pre-employment drug test.This position may require travel within the specified geographic area, and to locations across the state as needed.Supplemental InformationIf this posting indicates “remote from anywhere in CO” in the title, periodic reporting to the primary state work location designated for the position is required. All remote work must be performed in Colorado.While candidates from out of state will be considered for this role, the candidate selected for the position must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. A reasonable timeframe for relocation will be established on an individual basis, while considering business needs, and determining a start date.We know it's important to support each other, and that means having a healthy balance of work and personal time. Visit our benefits to learn more about some of our great offerings that allow us all to have fulfilling lives.Visit our How to Apply webpage to learn more about our application process and what to expect after you apply.The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.The Governor's Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at OIT_HR@state.co.us or call (303) 764-7900.This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies based upon business need.The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored Visas for employment purposes.