Modernization Program Manager (Information Technology Project and Portfolio Manager 2)
State of Oregon
- Salem, OR
- Permanent
- Full-time
Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.What Business Oregon does:Business Oregon is the economic development agency for the state of Oregon. We have about 180 people on our team, and we work with communities and businesses. We use our programs and expertise to help businesses grow, so they can in turn add jobs, diversify the economy, and increase Oregon prosperity. We work with communities to enhance and expand infrastructure and community safety with projects such as water/wastewater systems, seismic rehabilitation for schools, or rural broadband development. This also sets the stage for future business development. Our mission is to invest in Oregon’s businesses, communities, and people to promote a globally competitive, diverse, and inclusive economy, all carried out with an agency strategic plan.Operations Division serves every part of the department and includes all central administrative services. The Operations sections include Employee Services; Fiscal and Budget Services; Audit; Information Technology; Policy, Rules, and Contracts; and Communications and Research.The Modernization Program supports the division and its mission by providing continuous evaluation of OBDD’s processes and systems that directly support strategic initiatives and transformation that will grow capability and capacity of internal and external functions, process improvement of business processes, and implementation of technologies that enhance the economic development system for stakeholders resulting in increasing regulatory efficiencies, reducing regulatory burdens, and overall improved delivery of services.How to ApplyPlease Note: Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM PST on 05/23/2024Click the “Apply” button above to complete your online application.Attach your current cover letter and resume. Failure to submit the required resume and cover letter will remove your application from consideration.Complete the questionnaire.The candidates whose work experience most closely matches the qualifications and skills of this position will be invited to interview.Warning – Workday will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity and will not save your application progress. You must submit your application after you begin the process.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:Family Friendly Work Life Balance: Paid time off, 11 holidays, 3 personal days & optional short- and long-term disability benefits.Take Care of Yourself and Your Family: Comprehensive employee benefits, choice of medical plans, vision plan, life insurance, employee assistance program.Invest in Your Future: Pension plan, deferred comp, short- and long-term disability plan, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.Be Appreciated: Employee recognition events, agency unique employee recognition program allowing for additional leave options such as vacation buy-out and sick leave roll-over, dynamic employees doing impactful work.Inclusion: At Business Oregon, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees.Additional Information:Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to all applicants who may need them. Should you need assistance, or an accommodation please contact Employee Services at: to discuss how we can best meet your needs.Veterans’ Preference - Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process. Click on the link for additional information.Criminal Records Check - Hiring of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the results of a Criminal Background Check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.Work Authorization - The Oregon Business Development Department (dba Business Oregon) does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current position and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.This position is a management service, supervisory, full-time position, exempt and is not represented by a union.PERS – This is a PERS qualifying position. After a six-month waiting period eligible Management Service, Executive Service, and Unrepresented employees will have their base pay increased by 6.95% and the 6% PERS contribution deducted from their base pay rather than a direct 6% contribution by the State of Oregon to the employees PERS account. This will mirror the bargained SEIU and AFSCME PERS process.Are you looking to live in and experience ? Learn more about life in , , and .Need help?For questions about this job, contact Janeen Hilbrink, HR Analyst in Employee Services, at 971-707-0252 or email .Business Oregon is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.