Program Manager - Hybrid -In Person interview

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Back to Jobs Program Manager - Hybrid -In Person interview Mechanicsville, VA Long term w2 or c2c Apply to this Job Description *** Mode of Interview :- In Person interview Only (Face to Face)*** Long Term *** Hybrid (3days per week Onsite ) at Richmond-VA***Preferred Local to VA Candidates Only*** Job Description The Program Manager will be responsible for successfully planning, organizing, and motivating a diverse program team throughout development and delivery process including all phases of projects, and for delivery management. The Program Manager provides leadership and direction to a team responsible for delivering efficient and effective technology initiatives to users. This role ensures all programs are executed in alignment with Tolling's technology strategy. The Program Manager oversees the development and support of EZPass applications, including implementing application solutions and resolving support tickets. Key operational responsibilities include direct oversight of team performance, promoting continuous improvement, collaborating with peer Program Managers, and planning and executing broader EZPass initiatives. The program delivers services across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Responsibilities:- Assist in team development while holding teams accountable for their commitments and removing roadblocks to their work. Facilitate multi-disciplinary teams in the development of plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for completion of a program. Oversee and manage execution and/or coordination of day-to-day program activities as required. Manage working relationships with key stakeholders, including executive management, business management, vendors, program sponsors, suppliers, and technology management. Set program goals that are consistent with technical objectives and the agency's overall technology strategy. Track and communicate a program's progress from a schedule, cost, and risk perspective to the program team, customers, and program stakeholders. Collaborate with peer Program Managers on Tolling program projects. Drive consistent program delivery through the entire program lifecycle, including, execution of procurements, definition of program plans, resource allocation, management of program risks, scope, and schedule, delivery of value, and well-ordered transitions to operations. Develop and maintain program plans, task lists, schedules, risks, and status, to include resource allocation and schedules. Exhibit significant emotional quotient (EQ) in handling program challenges and maintain a positive program culture in line with VDOT's mission and shared values. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional application development teams, including full-time employees and contractors. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Strong experience leading the business and IT resources through the discovery and documentation of business and technical requirements in request for proposal and statement of requirement formats. Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills for collaborating and team building. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to simplify and briefly, succinctly communicate complex issues to multiple audiences. Ability to lead others to implement new approaches, systems, structures, and methods. Ability to define and balance the competing demands for quality, scope, schedule, and cost. Communicate timelines and expectations to technical and business staff. Ability to analyze and document system processes. Solid understanding of software development lifecycle models. Exceptional knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall program management principles and practices. In addition, the ability to blend them together in the right proportions to fit a particular program and business environment. Knowledge of process engineering and re-engineering techniques and practices. Strong leadership skills. Proficiency with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and modern infrastructure practices. Familiarity with DevOps methodologies, including CI/CD pipelines and version control systems. Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies. Demonstrated ability to manage application lifecycle activities, including maintenance, enhancements, and modernization initiatives. Experience leading technical debt reduction and application refactoring efforts. Ability to ensure high levels of application performance, scalability, reliability, and security. Working knowledge of security standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI). Experience supporting internal and external audits and implementing IT governance best practices. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Qualifications:- The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience managing people and large programs and a bachelor's degree. Fluency in MS Office tools such as Microsoft Project, Visio, and Office required. Experience with Program Management Office methodologies and practices is highly preferred. PMP Certification preferred. Tolling Experience preferred. Skills/Requirements:- Skill Required Years Experience managing people and large programs and a bachelor's degree. Required 5 Years Experience with DevOps methodologies, including CI/CD pipelines and version control systems Required 5 Years Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies Required 5 Years Demonstrated ability to manage application lifecycle activities, including maintenance, enhancements, and modernization initiatives Required 5 Years Experience with both Agile and Waterfall program management principles and practices. Required 5 Years The ability to blend both Agile and Waterfall program management in the right...

Key responsibilities

• check_circleCollaborate with the team on day-to-day project tasks
• check_circleLearn tools and processes used by the organization
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Requirements

• check_circleAssist in team development while holding teams accountable for their commitments and removing roadblocks to their work.
• check_circleFacilitate multi-disciplinary teams in the development of plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for completion of a program.
• check_circleOversee and manage execution and/or coordination of day-to-day program activities as required.
• check_circleManage working relationships with key stakeholders, including executive management, business management, vendors, program sponsors, suppliers, and technology management.
• check_circleSet program goals that are consistent with technical objectives and the agency's overall technology strategy.
• check_circleTrack and communicate a program's progress from a schedule, cost, and risk perspective to the program team, customers, and program stakeholders.
• check_circleCollaborate with peer Program Managers on Tolling program projects.
• check_circleDrive consistent program delivery through the entire program lifecycle, including, execution of procurements, definition of program plans, resource allocation, management of program risks, scope, and schedule, delivery of value, and well-ordered transitions to operations.
• check_circleDevelop and maintain program plans, task lists, schedules, risks, and status, to include resource allocation and schedules.
• check_circleExhibit significant emotional quotient (EQ) in handling program challenges and maintain a positive program culture in line with VDOT's mission and shared values.
• check_circleProven ability to lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional application development teams, including full-time employees and contractors.
• check_circleStrong experience leading the business and IT resources through the discovery and documentation of business and technical requirements in request for proposal and statement of requirement formats.

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Benefits & perks

• check_circleMentorship
• check_circleCertificate of completion
• check_circleFlexible work arrangement where applicable