Senior Project Manager

Job Description:

Senior Project Manager

Description

Description

This classification is used in various City departments . Under administrative direction, this position manages and oversees a major division or function within the Metro Hartford Information Services (MHIS) Department. Develops policies, procedures, strategies and plans pertinent to the management of the assigned function. Plans, develops, evaluates and participates in projects, including, but not limited to, developing and monitoring budgets, conducting cost/benefit analysis, risk assessments, establishing timelines, measuring outcomes, and making recommendations for improvement. Compiles data; performs complex analysis; prepares reports and makes recommendations; and prepares and makes presentations, including written and graphic information. May attend meetings of Boards, Commissions, City Council and its committees, community groups and other entities as required. Manages and administers a variety of grants, including, but not limited to, budgeting, fund allocation, reporting, and extensive writing. Ensures compliance with all grant requirements in order to maintain funding, including preparing all reports, providing training, and coordinating services of subcontractors. Posesses a dvanced level of competency in ERP Applications and system integration methods. Proficiency in writing scripts to automate file transfers and create files to extract, transform, and load into other systems. Supervises and provides technical assistance to staff members in preparing tactical and action plans for particular projects. Provides guidance to Project Managers and serves as the lead for all projects that are within an assigned area of responsibility. May oversee the fiscal management and/or administrative functions of the assigned department, including, but not limited to, managing the department’s general fund and grants budget, payroll, accounting functions, inventory control, maintenance of employee records, and handling personnel related matters such as hiring, workers’ compensation, personnel actions, and grievances. Advanced competency in role-based security and workflow best practices. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strong leadership, project management skills, and technical acumen. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.

This is a HMEA position. The hours of work are 40 per week and the above salary includes 5% in lieu of overtime.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application. All parts of the examination will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure:

Knowledge of:

• Project Management concepts, principles and practices.
• Federal, State, and Municipal laws and regulations related to project activities.
• The principles and practices of grant management, fiscal management, budgeting, and other related assignments within Municipal management, budget, and grants.

Skills in:

• Performing complex analyses and research independently.
• Communicating clearly in both oral and written form.
• Utilizing Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability to:

• Lead other professions in the functions of project management.
• Plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinate professional staff.
• Locate and compile information, data, or facts from specialized sources.
• Apply contractual language, as needed, to ensure compliance.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, business representatives and the general public.

Qualifications

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Information Technology, Project Management or a closely related field AND five (5) years of full-time, responsible professional experience significantly related to Information Technology Project Management or Program Management.

In the absence of a four-year degree, full-time, professional direct experience in the specific area of assignment may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a basis of one (1) year of experience for each year of the educational requirement.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.

COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Other Information

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred : Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
  
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form , along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• American With Disabilities Act:The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Closing Date/Time: 11/18/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Salary:

$81,167.58 - $104,358.28 Annually