IT Project Manager III (RLD #71478)
Apply NowCompany: State of New Mexico
Location: Santa Fe, NM 87507
Description:
$42.82 - $68.52 Hourly
$89,075 - $142,520 Annually
This position is a Pay Band IG
Posting Details
New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Division certifies and regulates approximately 429,000 individuals and businesses that fall into the following seven divisions: Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, Boards and Commissions Division, Cannabis Control Division, Construction Industries Division, Financial Institutions Division, Manufactured Housing Division, and Securities Division.
Our goal is to assure that New Mexicans receive quality services from qualified individuals and businesses while also ensuring a fair and prompt administrative process.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
The IT Project Manager III position exists to support the Regulation and Licensing Department in optimizing its use of the Salesforce platform while overseeing and leading complex technology projects. This role is crucial in ensuring that large-scale IT initiatives are strategically planned, effectively executed, and aligned with the department's mission and business objectives. The position is responsible for managing the entire project life cycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and close-out. Key responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and performance measures, as well as developing business cases and determining project approaches. Additionally, the IT Project Manager III plays a vital role in budget management, risk assessment, resource allocation, and ensuring project deliverables meet requirements. With a strong focus on vendor and contract management, this role ensures that procurement activities and vendor engagements align with project goals. Another critical aspect of this position is problem-solving and continuous process improvement, where the IT Project Manager III facilitates root cause analysis, implements solutions to enhance efficiency, and contributes to the department's long-term technological advancements. By driving these initiatives, the IT Project Manager III helps the Regulation and Licensing Department leverage Salesforce to enhance operational effectiveness, streamline regulatory processes, and improve service delivery to stakeholders.
How does it get done?
The key responsibilities of an IT Project Manager III include managing the entire project life cycle to support the Regulation and Licensing Department in optimizing its use of the Salesforce platform. This involves:
*Project Planning and Initiation: Collaborating with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and performance measures; conducting feasibility studies; and developing business cases to ensure alignment with departmental goals.
*Project Execution and Oversight: Managing budgets, timelines, risks, and resources to ensure project success while adhering to regulatory and compliance requirements.
*Vendor and Contract Management: Leading procurement activities, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships to ensure deliverables align with project needs.
*Risk Management and Problem-Solving: Identifying potential risks, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing solutions to mitigate issues and maintain project continuity.
*Process Improvement and Quality Assurance: Driving continuous improvement initiatives, refining internal systems, and enhancing the department's overall efficiency in leveraging Salesforce for regulatory processes.
*Stakeholder Communication and Reporting: Representing project status, progress, and budget updates to department leadership and governance organizations.
*Change Management and Adoption: Coordinating with internal IT Developers, IT Business Analysts, Program, and External Vendor IT Teams to ensure the successful adoption of technology solutions and sustained business value.
By fulfilling these responsibilities, the IT Project Manager III ensures that Salesforce is effectively utilized to improve operational efficiency and enhance service delivery within the Regulation and Licensing Department.
Who are the customers?
New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department leadership, divisions, employees as well as constituents of the State of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the IT Project Manager III position is a highly skilled and experienced professional with a strong background in IT project management, strategic planning, and technology implementation. They possess expert knowledge of the Salesforce platform and understand how to optimize it to meet the operational and regulatory needs of the Regulation and Licensing Department.
This individual is effective, organized and a problem-solver with the ability to manage large-scale, complex projects while balancing technical requirements, business objectives, and stakeholder expectations. They excel in collaboration and communication, engaging with cross-functional teams, vendors, and leadership to ensure seamless project execution. The candidate is proficient in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) and can adapt their strategies as needed to align with the specific demands of each initiative.
A strong analytical mindset is essential for this role, as the IT Project Manager III must assess project risks, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and drive data-informed decision-making. They also demonstrate exceptional organizational and time-management skills, ensuring that projects stay on schedule and within budget while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
Additionally, the ideal candidate has a track record of successful vendor and contract management, negotiating agreements that align with project goals and departmental needs. They are skilled in change management and user adoption strategies, ensuring that new technologies'such as Salesforce enhancementsare effectively integrated and embraced within the organization.
Ultimately, the ideal IT Project Manager III is a proactive, results-driven individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, consistently delivering innovative IT solutions that improve operational efficiency and regulatory compliance within the Regulation and Licensing Department.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Administration, or Information Technology and six (6) years of experience in software development, project management, or systems analysis, with a minimum two (2) years of experience in the PM role. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling ten (10) years may substitute for the required education and experience. CAPM/PMI-ACP certification may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. PMP/PgMP certification may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 8 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 10 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 6 years of experience 4 Master's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience 5 PhD degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience
Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Travel will occasionally be required, and after-hours work may be required.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Juan Torres (505) 538-0115. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
$89,075 - $142,520 Annually
This position is a Pay Band IG
Posting Details
New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Division certifies and regulates approximately 429,000 individuals and businesses that fall into the following seven divisions: Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, Boards and Commissions Division, Cannabis Control Division, Construction Industries Division, Financial Institutions Division, Manufactured Housing Division, and Securities Division.
Our goal is to assure that New Mexicans receive quality services from qualified individuals and businesses while also ensuring a fair and prompt administrative process.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
The IT Project Manager III position exists to support the Regulation and Licensing Department in optimizing its use of the Salesforce platform while overseeing and leading complex technology projects. This role is crucial in ensuring that large-scale IT initiatives are strategically planned, effectively executed, and aligned with the department's mission and business objectives. The position is responsible for managing the entire project life cycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and close-out. Key responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and performance measures, as well as developing business cases and determining project approaches. Additionally, the IT Project Manager III plays a vital role in budget management, risk assessment, resource allocation, and ensuring project deliverables meet requirements. With a strong focus on vendor and contract management, this role ensures that procurement activities and vendor engagements align with project goals. Another critical aspect of this position is problem-solving and continuous process improvement, where the IT Project Manager III facilitates root cause analysis, implements solutions to enhance efficiency, and contributes to the department's long-term technological advancements. By driving these initiatives, the IT Project Manager III helps the Regulation and Licensing Department leverage Salesforce to enhance operational effectiveness, streamline regulatory processes, and improve service delivery to stakeholders.
How does it get done?
The key responsibilities of an IT Project Manager III include managing the entire project life cycle to support the Regulation and Licensing Department in optimizing its use of the Salesforce platform. This involves:
*Project Planning and Initiation: Collaborating with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and performance measures; conducting feasibility studies; and developing business cases to ensure alignment with departmental goals.
*Project Execution and Oversight: Managing budgets, timelines, risks, and resources to ensure project success while adhering to regulatory and compliance requirements.
*Vendor and Contract Management: Leading procurement activities, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships to ensure deliverables align with project needs.
*Risk Management and Problem-Solving: Identifying potential risks, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing solutions to mitigate issues and maintain project continuity.
*Process Improvement and Quality Assurance: Driving continuous improvement initiatives, refining internal systems, and enhancing the department's overall efficiency in leveraging Salesforce for regulatory processes.
*Stakeholder Communication and Reporting: Representing project status, progress, and budget updates to department leadership and governance organizations.
*Change Management and Adoption: Coordinating with internal IT Developers, IT Business Analysts, Program, and External Vendor IT Teams to ensure the successful adoption of technology solutions and sustained business value.
By fulfilling these responsibilities, the IT Project Manager III ensures that Salesforce is effectively utilized to improve operational efficiency and enhance service delivery within the Regulation and Licensing Department.
Who are the customers?
New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department leadership, divisions, employees as well as constituents of the State of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the IT Project Manager III position is a highly skilled and experienced professional with a strong background in IT project management, strategic planning, and technology implementation. They possess expert knowledge of the Salesforce platform and understand how to optimize it to meet the operational and regulatory needs of the Regulation and Licensing Department.
This individual is effective, organized and a problem-solver with the ability to manage large-scale, complex projects while balancing technical requirements, business objectives, and stakeholder expectations. They excel in collaboration and communication, engaging with cross-functional teams, vendors, and leadership to ensure seamless project execution. The candidate is proficient in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) and can adapt their strategies as needed to align with the specific demands of each initiative.
A strong analytical mindset is essential for this role, as the IT Project Manager III must assess project risks, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and drive data-informed decision-making. They also demonstrate exceptional organizational and time-management skills, ensuring that projects stay on schedule and within budget while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
Additionally, the ideal candidate has a track record of successful vendor and contract management, negotiating agreements that align with project goals and departmental needs. They are skilled in change management and user adoption strategies, ensuring that new technologies'such as Salesforce enhancementsare effectively integrated and embraced within the organization.
Ultimately, the ideal IT Project Manager III is a proactive, results-driven individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, consistently delivering innovative IT solutions that improve operational efficiency and regulatory compliance within the Regulation and Licensing Department.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Administration, or Information Technology and six (6) years of experience in software development, project management, or systems analysis, with a minimum two (2) years of experience in the PM role. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling ten (10) years may substitute for the required education and experience. CAPM/PMI-ACP certification may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. PMP/PgMP certification may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 8 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 10 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 6 years of experience 4 Master's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience 5 PhD degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience
Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Travel will occasionally be required, and after-hours work may be required.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Juan Torres (505) 538-0115. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.