Working Title: IT Project Manager Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Temporary Date Posted: 8/26/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services Division/Unit: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $28.67 - $46.62 / hourly; $Job Class Option: Project Management Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE Working Title: IT Project Manager Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 2 Minnesota IT Services Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Temporary Date Posted: 8/26/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services Division/Unit: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $28.67 - $46.62 / hourly; $Job Class Option: Project Management Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE 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 MDH team provides services for over 250+ applications and delivers the information technology to drive one of the leading public health systems in the nation. You will support an agency that works to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans. This position is responsible for managing small, routine, and less complex IT and business projects across the state.

The project manager oversees the full project lifecycle—from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and closure—using industry best practices, PMBOK standards, and MNIT guidelines.

Responsibilities include managing project scope, schedules, risks, issues, changes, status reporting, and quality to ensure projects are delivered consistently, successfully, and with proper documentation. The role may cover a wide range of IT technologies, systems, infrastructure, applications, processes, and services. The position also supports the Project Management Office (PMO) by helping coordinate project intake, preparing portfolio and project status reports, and administering the project and portfolio management system.

In addition, the incumbent assists senior project managers with more complex projects, programs, and portfolios. Compared with higher-level project managers, this role handles projects with smaller scope and complexity and typically receives more guidance, coaching, and mentoring when making decisions and solving project-related problems. The incumbent ensures quality and consistency across small projects in the use of project planning, scheduling, scope and risk management, status reporting, change control, issues resolution and other project management controls and practices.

The end goal of the position is the successful delivery of projects in a consistent and documented manner. Paul,



MN 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 two (2) years of experience in performing IT project management functions.

Experience developing, managing, and maintaining project documentation and reports for all phases of IT projects, including project initiation, planning, scheduling, execution, monitoring, change control, risk management, and closure.

Experience coordinating or leading cross-functional project teams consisting of technical staff, business stakeholders, vendors, or other organizational partners.

Experience analyzing business or technical requirements and supporting the development, enhancement, implementation, testing, or retirement of information technology solutions or services. Knowledge of information technology concepts, systems development practices, and project management methodologies sufficient to support the delivery of IT solutions and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, Visio, and Project).

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;

Experience managing information technology projects with budgets of $500,000 or less in a public-sector, enterprise, or statewide environment.

Experience using project and portfolio management tools to support project intake, prioritization, scheduling, status reporting, resource tracking, and portfolio oversight. Knowledge of Agile/Iterative development methodologies.

Experience using a portfolio management tool.

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Minnesota IT Services Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota. MNIT partners with agencies, boards, councils, and commissions to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions as we set IT strategy, direction, policies, and standards statewide. Work for MNIT and be part of a nation-leading IT organization that helps to create an innovative government that works for everyone.

Connection with their coworkers and communities Opportunities for personal and professional growth As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits 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 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 diverse 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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