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Manager Information Services (Director, Project Management Office), Box PIMS-1136/01761

State of New York
Location
Albany, NY
Compensation
$147,952 - $186,923 / year

How to apply

Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) is seeking candidates for a Manager Information Services position, serving as the Director of the Project Management Office. Under the direction of the Department Assistant Commissioner, the Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) provides leadership and supervision to the PMO team; manages priorities across all Department Information Technology projects; identifies funding sources; develops budgets; and prepares reports for senior leadership on project status, impacts, and risks from a Department-wide perspective. The PMO Director is responsible for establishing and maintaining a consistent project management framework that supports Department priorities, improves project visibility, and strengthens executive decision-making across the Department’s Information Technology portfolio. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Manage the PMO team by coordinating small, medium, and large project requests through a defined intake process that clearly shows each request’s status, decision points, and movement through the project intake lifecycle;
  • Ensure each project has a schedule, roadmap, communication plan, and defined reporting structure to provide timely status updates to stakeholders, project sponsors, and team members;
  • Organize reviews of project costs and benefits, and assign staff to work with submitting stakeholders and Department staff to develop requirements, estimates, and priorities;
  • Participate in strategic planning with ITS leadership to identify new ways to advance Department goals while ensuring that individual PMO projects remain aligned with those priorities;
  • Work directly with program areas and stakeholders to develop project budgets and establish funding pathways so that projects have the financial support needed for successful planning and delivery;
  • Develop sustainable staffing models and project objectives that improve efficiency and support successful completion of project goals;
  • Ensure the PMO is successful in the planning, prioritization of work, communication, execution, control, and closeout of assigned projects;
  • Build stakeholder ownership for projects that require greater visibility and support by identifying, forecasting, and escalating critical issues before they affect project delivery;
  • Coordinate with program area stakeholders, vendors, and executive management to ensure project objectives are clearly understood, actively managed, and successfully met.
  • Work with staff and vendors to determine project start and end dates, establish critical milestones, and identify appropriate dates for project evaluation;
  • Oversee implementation of project and portfolio tracking software, including coordinating the implementation team and developing a process to train staff on effective use of the software;
  • Work with program area managers and staff to provide consultation and training on project management methodology and tools, supporting a consistent process throughout the agency; and
  • Serve as a central point of contact for Department project information by maintaining visibility into projects that are upcoming, in progress, and completed.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must possess:

  • 12 years of experience in program or project management.
  • An active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification may substitute for four years of program or project management experience. The PMP must have been issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Three years of the experience must have been at a managerial level.

*Substitution: Associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

  • Experience evaluating, designing, developing, implementing, or overseeing systems and process improvements related to information technology systems.

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is in the exempt class and the incumbent will serve at the discretion of the Commissioner of Education. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree will be required prior to appointment for the selected candidate.

Salary will be commensurate with Education and Experience. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval.

This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 50% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.

Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start?

Visit these links for information on working for New York State:

  • https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
  • https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

  • Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
  • Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
  • Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
  • Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
  • Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits

  • Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
  • Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits

  • Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
  • NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
  • Eligibility for various life insurance options.

About employer

New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.

Employment type
Full-time
Date posted
Oct 20, 2026
Albany, NY 12234

How to apply

Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.

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Tailor your resume for this job

Job description

The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) is seeking candidates for a Manager Information Services position, serving as the Director of the Project Management Office. Under the direction of the Department Assistant Commissioner, the Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) provides leadership and supervision to the PMO team; manages priorities across all Department Information Technology projects; identifies funding sources; develops budgets; and prepares reports for senior leadership on project status, impacts, and risks from a Department-wide perspective. The PMO Director is responsible for establishing and maintaining a consistent project management framework that supports Department priorities, improves project visibility, and strengthens executive decision-making across the Department’s Information Technology portfolio. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Manage the PMO team by coordinating small, medium, and large project requests through a defined intake process that clearly shows each request’s status, decision points, and movement through the project intake lifecycle;
  • Ensure each project has a schedule, roadmap, communication plan, and defined reporting structure to provide timely status updates to stakeholders, project sponsors, and team members;
  • Organize reviews of project costs and benefits, and assign staff to work with submitting stakeholders and Department staff to develop requirements, estimates, and priorities;
  • Participate in strategic planning with ITS leadership to identify new ways to advance Department goals while ensuring that individual PMO projects remain aligned with those priorities;
  • Work directly with program areas and stakeholders to develop project budgets and establish funding pathways so that projects have the financial support needed for successful planning and delivery;
  • Develop sustainable staffing models and project objectives that improve efficiency and support successful completion of project goals;
  • Ensure the PMO is successful in the planning, prioritization of work, communication, execution, control, and closeout of assigned projects;
  • Build stakeholder ownership for projects that require greater visibility and support by identifying, forecasting, and escalating critical issues before they affect project delivery;
  • Coordinate with program area stakeholders, vendors, and executive management to ensure project objectives are clearly understood, actively managed, and successfully met.
  • Work with staff and vendors to determine project start and end dates, establish critical milestones, and identify appropriate dates for project evaluation;
  • Oversee implementation of project and portfolio tracking software, including coordinating the implementation team and developing a process to train staff on effective use of the software;
  • Work with program area managers and staff to provide consultation and training on project management methodology and tools, supporting a consistent process throughout the agency; and
  • Serve as a central point of contact for Department project information by maintaining visibility into projects that are upcoming, in progress, and completed.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must possess:

  • 12 years of experience in program or project management.
  • An active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification may substitute for four years of program or project management experience. The PMP must have been issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Three years of the experience must have been at a managerial level.

*Substitution: Associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

  • Experience evaluating, designing, developing, implementing, or overseeing systems and process improvements related to information technology systems.

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is in the exempt class and the incumbent will serve at the discretion of the Commissioner of Education. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree will be required prior to appointment for the selected candidate.

Salary will be commensurate with Education and Experience. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval.

This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 50% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.

Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start?

Visit these links for information on working for New York State:

  • https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
  • https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

  • Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
  • Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
  • Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
  • Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
  • Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits

  • Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
  • Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits

  • Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
  • NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
  • Eligibility for various life insurance options.
New York State is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the State of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination.

About employer

New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.