State of Washington · 1 day ago
Region Project Management Specialist (IT Business Analyst – Journey)
Bay View, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$28/hr - $31/hrThe Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. They are seeking a journey-level professional to support the delivery and sustainability of Capital Systems through business analysis, project management, and IT system implementation, focusing on training and operational support for regional program management and engineering staff.
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Responsibilities
Provide training to end users throughout the agency and to assigned support region on the various Capital Systems tools
Review and ensure enterprise consistency in training plans for training engineering and project office staff on the use of Capital Systems software tools in capturing project schedule cost contract and document management
Work with end users to address concerns and troubleshoot system issues
Ensure enterprise consistency when communicating with regional staff including all design, construction, program management and specialty groups
Support ongoing assessments of the enterprise-wide project management quality
Perform regression and smoke testing on existing business processes and reporting tools preceding and following system maintenance and upgrades; test solutions and services and assure business goals/requirements are met
Document existing and needed requirements for Capital Systems enhancement projects
Develop and review design documentation and test plans for new business processes and reporting tools
Configure Capital Systems Tools using design documentation
Assist with the development of communication and release management plans
Qualification
Required
Project Management Systems Administration & Configuration: Demonstrated ability to administer and configure enterprise project management systems such as Oracle Primavera P6, Primavera Unifier, Analytics Publisher, or comparable tools, including developing and maintaining business processes, workflows, and reports to support organizational needs
Training Development & Operational Support: Proven ability to design, develop, and deliver effective training curricula and facilitate training sessions for diverse end users across an organization, ensuring comprehension, adoption, and effective use of systems and tools
Systems Testing & Quality Assurance: Demonstrated ability to plan and execute functional and non-functional system testing, both planned and ad hoc, to identify design flaws, validate system behavior, and ensure requirements and performance expectations are met
Requirements Elicitation & Documentation: Ability to effectively elicit, analyze, document, and refine business and system requirements through collaboration with diverse stakeholders, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with business needs
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth
Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others
A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles
Preferred
Project Management Controls & Reporting Systems Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency using enterprise project management controls and reporting software such as Primavera Unifier, Primavera P6, Oracle Analytics Publisher, Microsoft Project, or other similar tools to support planning, tracking, analysis, and decision-making for complex programs or projects typically demonstrated through extensive experience and/or formal education
Engineering Business Process Knowledge: Expert-level knowledge of state agency engineering business processes related to program management, design, and construction, including the ability to analyze, document, and implement new or updated engineering business requirements within Capital Systems tools
Project Management Best Practices & Methodologies: Advanced knowledge of project management tools, techniques, and industry best practices to support project planning, control, and reporting
Professional Business Analysis Practice: Demonstrated mastery of professional business analysis principles and practices consistent with recognized industry standards, including structured requirements analysis, stakeholder engagement, and solution evaluation
Certified for PMI-PBA (Project Management Institute Professional in Business Analysis)
IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis)
Certification of Competency on Business Analysis (CCBA)
IIBA Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
Benefits
Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.
Insurance Benefits – Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Retirement And Deferred Compensation – State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness – If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays – Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
Company
State of Washington
Washington state public employees help to create a working Washington built on education and innovation, where all Washingtonians thrive.
Founded in 1889
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Manweller
State Representative
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