Strategic Project Manager – Department of County Commissioners

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Office Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

The Strategic Project Manager is responsible for leading and planning technology projects that align with the organizational mission and objectives. The position serves as a liaison between county agencies, the department of technology services, and system vendors. You will work collaboratively with managers to understand requirements, develop management plans, and maintain project documentation. The position oversees and reports on project status, manages resources and assignments, and ensures project milestones are met.
Essential Duties
• Work with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements for new technology implementations.
• Develop project proposals, charters, and management plans.
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management including technology roadmap. Ensure effective and efficient delivery of the assigned project.
• Coordinate resources and expertise to achieve project objectives. Monitor project objectives.
• Serve as point of contact for projects. Report on project status.
• Develop project scope through accepted change management processes, impact assessment, and documentation.
• Lead project operations to meet standards set in Federal, State, and local laws. Partner with legal counsel to ensure department policies, procedures, and contracts meet applicable standards.
• Foster collaboration and provide learning opportunities. Facilitate a supportive work environment.
• Independently ensure all work is complete and timely to achieve department goals. Review work of others to ensure that organizational standards are met.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Change Management (Advanced)
• Software Implementation (Advanced)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Business Analysis
• Organizational Awareness
• Project Management
• Thinking Strategically

To Apply, please visit our website at https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
• Five or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, H.S. Diploma/GED

Wages per hour: $82,077 – $147,742 per year
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
• Generous paid time off • 13 Paid Holidays • Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable • Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance. • Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts • Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  TUESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  WEDNESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  THURSDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  FRIDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 08/31/2025