Telework Eligible: Yes Education Verification Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Date Posted: 07/30/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services Division/Unit: Department of Corrections (DOC) Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $37.07 - $61.14 / hourly; $Job Class Option: Project Management Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives.

The MNIT DOC team runs many unique applications that manage the information and security of the department, supporting 4,500 employees across 10 prisons and 50 field offices located throughout the state. As an IT Advanced Project Manager with Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) supporting the Department of Corrections (DOC), you will lead meaningful technology programs and projects that directly impact the safety, security, and operations of correctional facilities across Minnesota. In this role within the MNIT DOC Project Management Office (PMO), you will manage the full lifecycle of complex IT and business solutions, from initial planning through delivery, helping modernize systems, improve services, and support mission-critical work statewide.

You will serve as a central coordinator for program and project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, applying industry-recognized program and project management practices (including PMBOK standards) and MNIT's established methodologies. Your work will ensure that project and program teams have clear direction, risks are managed effectively, timelines stay on track, and project outcomes are delivered with quality and consistency. This position plays a key role in strengthening program and project management practices across MNIT by promoting strong planning, maintaining transparent communication, and guiding teams through scope, schedule, and risk management.

Your leadership will support the successful completion of projects that enhance infrastructure, streamline processes, and improve enterprise applications relied upon by DOC staff every day. This role manages programs and projects that are moderately complex, spanning the full range of work the DOC relies on – enterprise software and COTS/SaaS implementations, custom development, infrastructure, and hands-on facilities and physical security technology deployments. You''ll receive coaching and mentoring as you lead cross-functional teams, collaborate with business partners, and develop solutions that help the DOC and MNIT deliver better outcomes for the State of Minnesota.

As the MNIT DOC PMO builds out its program management capabilities, this position offers a path toward leading larger, multi-project programs for candidates who demonstrate the aptitude. Paul, Minnesota At Least 50% [or More Or Less If Space Limitations Remain] Of The Time, With Limited Telework Available.

Telework Eligibility Depends On Residence

Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.



Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%. Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state may work onsite 100% or may be telework eligible if relocating within 50 miles.

This position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience in performing IT project management functions. Leading end-to-end project management activities including initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure for IT solutions, systems, processes, and services delivered on a statewide basis. Applying industry best practices and standards (such as PMBOK) for project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, communications, risk, procurement, and vendor management.

Coordinating project activities using tools such as Gantt charts, milestone tracking, project costing, and status reporting and project management systems such as Planview and Azure DevOps. Performing business analysis and/or quality assurance functions, including requirements definition, feasibility analysis, and testing documentation. Knowledge of enterprise IT environments, including infrastructure, software, databases, networks, security, and system administration components that support statewide solutions.

Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.

Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master’s degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor’s degree for one (1) year; Program Management Professional (PgMP), Project Management Qualified (PMP), or other industry-recognized program or project management certification.

Experience managing a program or a portfolio of related projects, including coordinating interdependencies, sequencing work across teams, and reporting on aggregate outcomes rather than a single project's status.

Experience delivering projects in a complex enterprise environment involving multiple stakeholders, vendors, agencies, or business units with competing priorities.

Experience managing projects within Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) or another large public-sector IT organization, especially involving statewide systems or multi-agency collaboration.

Experience managing vendor-delivered work, deliverable acceptance, and holding vendors to contract terms.

Experience providing guidance, mentoring, or informal leadership to project team members, peers, or cross-functional groups.

Experience managing IT projects of varying type and scale within the same role — for example, SaaS/COTS implementation, custom software development, infrastructure, and physical or facilities-based technology deployments. It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required check prior to employment which may consist of the following: Social Security and Address Verification Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions,



and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify.

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other advantages to help you and your family be well. Paid vacation and sick leave ~12 paid holidays each year ~ Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans ~ Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children ~6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children ~ Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years) ~ Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death ~ Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury ~ Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care ~ Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals Training, classes, and professional development Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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