Workday Enhancement and IT Project Manager - Temp Extended Term (Information Technology)

Job Description:

Workday Enhancement and IT Project Manager - Temp Extended Term (Information Technology)

Description

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted untilMonday, March 3, 2025, at 11:59 pm

Pay & Benefits

• IT Project Manager - $65.00 - $85.00 Hourly DOQ
  
• Extended Term (9/80 full-time; 18-36 months)
  
• Benefits
  
  • CalPERS Retirement
    
  • Paid Sick Leave
    
  • Direct Deposit
    
  • Wellness Program
    
  • Hybrid Work Opportunity
    
  • 9/80 Work Schedule
    
  • Impactful Work - Transform existing Workday solution with innovative enhancements and variety of other work.
    

A New Opportunity and what you’ll do...

The City of Ventura is seeking a skilled and dynamicInformation Technology Project Management Professionalto manage the post-implementation and ongoing support of our recently launched Workday Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform. This role will focus primarily on the ERP project, overseeing its maintenance, governance, and continuous improvement, while also providing project management leadership for additional IT initiatives as needed.

As a key member of the IT project management team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful adoption of Workday, helping drive operational efficiency, productivity, and cost savings across the organization. ThisTemporary-Extended-Termpositionis expected to extend forthree (3) yearsor more, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-impact project at the heart of the city's technological transformation.

Reporting to the Information Technology Project Manager, theInformation Technology Project Management Professionalwill oversee the planning and execution of projects. This includes assigning tasks to team members, creating and tracking project plans, timelines, and budgets, identifying and mitigating risks, developing communication strategies, and ensuring compliance with data governance standards.

PRIMARYJOBASSIGNMENTSFORTHISTEMP-EXTENDED-TERMPOSITIONINCLUDE:

Pro j ect Planning and Execution: Developing detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets; assigning tasks and responsibilities to team members; monitoring project progress and making necessary adjustments; ensuring adherence to project scope, timeline, and budget.

StakeholderManagement: Communicating project progress and updates to stakeholders; managing expectations and resolving conflicts; building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.

Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks throughout the project lifecycle; developing contingency plansto address unforeseen challenges.

Change Management: Leading organizational change associated with Workday implementation efforts; providing support to employees during the transition process.

Governance: Oversee the governance framework for ERP release management and configuration updates, ensuring compliance with data management, security, and established City policies.

To be successful in this position, the Information Technology Project Manager must have:

• Strong project management skills, including experience with agile or waterfall methodologies.
  
• Knowledge of ERP modules, such as HCM, Financials, and Payroll. Workday specific experience would be a plus.
  
• Technical proficiency in IT systems and processes.
  
• Excellentcommunicationandinterpersonalskills.
  
• Ability to lead and motivate project teams.
  
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Experience with data migration and integration.
  

(Successful candidate will need to complete an extensive post-offer Police Department background investigation.)

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in project management, information systems, computer science, business system analysis or a related field and four years of progressively responsible information technology project management experience including two years of responsibility and experience at leading projects and supervising staff is required. Public agency project management experience is preferred.

Workingwithcomplexstakeholderenvironmentsandenterprise-wideservicesaplus.

License: Possession of a valid class C driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out, job-related essential functions.

• The following certification issued by the Project Management Institute is highly desirable: Project Management Professional (PMP)
  

Apply Now!

Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs .

• It is important that your city job application shows all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs, and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
  
• After you apply, all future correspondence from the city will be via E-Mail. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your on-line application.
  

Start Your Journey... Follow the Process

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted untilMonday, March 3, 2025, at 11:59 pm .

• All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed, and only those candidates determined to be most qualified based on experience, training, and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline.
  

• A select number of candidates will be invited to a qualifying panel interview process. Select candidates will be notified of specifics after the examination process has been completed. Initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time.
  

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by clicking here Project Manager .

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . or Melanie Hanisco at mhanisco@cityofventura.ca.gov .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

Salary:

$65.00 - 85.00 Hourly