Title: Project Management Consultant
State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist IV
Hiring Range: $130,000 - 140,000
Pay Band: 7
Agency: VA Information Tech Agency
Location: VA Information Technologies
Agency Website: https://www.vita.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) is excited to offer a competitive opportunity to serve as a Project Management Consultant with the Project Management Division.
This position supports VITA's statutory responsibility to oversee the coordinated, effective, and efficient management of the Commonwealth's information technology resources by executing Code of Virginia § 2.2017 and Project Management Standards governing the oversight and governance of Executive Branch Agencies' information technology projects, procurements, and plans, while supporting the Chief Information Officer.
This position directly supports PMD by providing consultation, governance, and oversight for agency IT projects and associated procurements from project planning approval through close-out. The role ensures compliance with Commonwealth project management policies, standards, and guidelines; applies specialized project and program management best practices throughout the project lifecycle; develops, implements, and sustains Commonwealth Technology Management methodologies; and reviews IT plans, policies, standards, and guidelines.
Responsibilities include evaluating and making recommendations on proposed IT projects, procurements, and contracts; providing continuous oversight of multiple agency projects on behalf of the Chief Information Officer; coordinating with Cabinet Secretaries, Agency Heads, and senior agency leaders on enterprise and collaborative initiatives with statewide impact; delivering training and consulting to Commonwealth IT project managers; conducting industry research and analysis; maintaining stakeholder engagement and communication; and completing special projects and studies as assigned.
This position requires regular interaction with customers and stakeholders at their business locations in support of assigned responsibilities.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate is required.
Join VITA at The Boulders in Richmond, VA, where innovation meets impact! As the Commonwealth’s leading IT agency, we’re connecting, protecting, innovating, and powering Virginia’s digital future through collaboration, creativity, and purpose. Our team thrives in a vibrant, customer-focused environment that values growth, accountability, and forward thinking — all while making technology work for every corner of Virginia.
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable experience in strategic and tactical planning, program management, and policy development within medium to large public or private sector organizations.
Experience planning, implementing, reviewing, and evaluating information technology projects, including the development and publication of policies, standards, and guidelines.
Considerable experience working within project management methodologies and risk management frameworks.
Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and standards.
Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives.
Considerable experience preparing and presenting reports, briefings, and recommendations to executive leadership based on project, program, or portfolio analysis.
Experience delivering training, facilitating adult learning, and communicating complex information to diverse audiences.
Additional Considerations
Previous Commonwealth experience is highly desirable.
Experience with enterprise information technology architecture development, implementation, and management is preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
This position is telework eligible.
Applicants must consent to a fingerprint background check.
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
State applications and/or resumes will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the state applicant tracking system. We will not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. in any other format. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application and/or resume.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
VITA is a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we encourage you to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply.
Contact Information
Name: VITA Human Resources
Phone: Recruitment@vita.virginia.gov
Email: Recruitment@vita.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.