IT Project Coordinator - 00085

Title: IT Project Coordinator - 00085

State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist III

Hiring Range: $73,226 - $85,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Fire Programs

Location:Dept of Fire Programs

Agency Website:www.vafire.com

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Agency

The Virginia Department of Fire Programs serves the citizens of the Commonwealth by enhancing public safety through supplemental funding to local governments, education, and training to first responders, fire prevention and life safety education through community risk reduction, and statewide fire code enforcement. The objective of the Business ServicesBranch is to provide superior administrative support to the Agency, its employees, instructors, the Virginia Fire Services Board, it's stakeholders and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

About the Position

The IT Project Coordinator will provide oversight support of IT projects for the agency. This position will report to the IT Manager and is responsible for initiating, planning, and implementing Information Technology solutions for business initiatives, while providing project and technical leadership throughout the lifecycle. The IT Project Manager ensures all thatprojects remain in compliance with VDFP and Commonwealth policies, procedures, and guidelines, effectively communicating processes and best practices to management and stakeholders. This position develops and maintains solid working relationships with VDFP partners, customers, internal and external project workgroups, contract teams, and other projectstakeholders.

This position will also be a member of the IT Services team and assist in providing information technology end user support, including but not limited to the installation and maintenance of the agency in and out of scope PC hardware; installation of PC software using image deployment utilities; providing user support for hardware and software, technical support for PC andLAN related problems, end user password resets, contacting vendors for equipment repair, equipment and related software procurement, coordination of video conference management and providing email client support and helpdesk support.

Previous Applicants Need Not Reapply - Applications Remain on File

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven experience in project administration activities to include but not limited to successfully developing, implementing,
and leading projects from initiation to completion.
• Demonstrated excellence in managing multiple projects, varying in risk and complexity, with diverse project teams.
• Experience in design and coordination of events, presentations, and proposals.
• Effectively tracking and communicating project progress from a schedule, cost, and risk perspective to the project team,
stakeholders, and management.
• Knowledge and experience with the systems development life cycle and various methodologies including AGILE, and
associated tools.
• Ability to demonstrate discretion while working with confidential information.
• Experience with IT contracts, software proposals, Request for Proposals, procurement duties, and engaging with vendors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer operation skills, knowledge of the Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, Access, Access, PowerPoint, and
SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot a complex system, network connectivity and performance issues.
• Ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot network printers.
• Knowledge of Windows Operations System (Windows 10/11).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Demonstrated organization and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a with degree of tack and diplomacy that support the agency's Code of Ethics.
• Experience working in high volume environment involving multiple projects and priorities.
• Travel may be required to support training and attendance at conferences.

Additional Considerations

Extensive experience IT Project Coordination/Management and experience in supporting a multi-user environment and Network/LANS, Active Directory, Windows server and PC Desktop OS and MS Office Suite, and AV support and installs.

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.

Previous Applicants Need Not Reapply - Applications Remain on File

Criminal History: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Other: Must be eligible for employment in the State of Virginia and at least 18 years of age. A one-year probationary period is required of all newly hired or re-hired employees to the State.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). Applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State applications and or in resumes. The decision tointerview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application, resume, or other relevant documents provided; therefore, it is essential for applicants to supply detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application/resume, or a state application/resume lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation ofreceipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.

You may apply for this position at Home (virginia.gov) Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact Ethel White at (804) 249-1992 for assistance. VETERANS, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Contact Information

Name: Taris Harmon

Phone: 804-225-2532

Email: taris.harmon@dhrm.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.