Senior IS Project Manager

Senior IS Project Manager

Salary

$95,804.80 - $155,396.80 Annually

Location

390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00332

Division

Regional Administration

Department

IS-Admin

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

10/3/2026 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

The Regional Administration Division is accepting applications for a Senior IS Project Manager.

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 20 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional parks and trails, transportation, wastewater, and housing services.

More information about us on our website.

This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement, requiring at least two (2) onsite days per week in the St. Paul, Minnesota office or at various Metro Transit locations throughout the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The candidates permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

Information Services is the central IT department supporting all divisions of the Metropolitan Council. Our 140 team members provide technology, practices, and innovative solutions that enable the core services of the Council.

How your work would contribute to our organization and he Twin Cities region:

The Senior IS Project Manager provides leadership and management direction to staff assigned to projects, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, transitioning to operational support, and closing out projects. Utilize the IS PMO governance process and templates within the general project and serve as the Project Manager within assigned projects. Facilitate the development of the project plan and documenting project tasks for both internal and external project team members, stakeholders, and consultants or vendors to ensure successful completion of projects. This position is responsible for managing the development of more than one mid-size project simultaneously that requires collaboration and coordination with various work units.

What you would do in this job

• Meet with project sponsors and high-level stakeholders to determine and define project scope, requirements, success criteria/SMART goals and deliverables.
• Complete project charter and/or business case documents and obtain signoff from sponsors on final scope and requirements.
• Lead the execution of assigned projects, resources and schedules to successful completion ensuring that projects meet scope, cost and quality requirements as determined in the project planning stages.
• Identify resources needed and assign responsibilities, negotiating with other departments and/or units, if necessary, for resources.
• Communicate with sponsors and stakeholders in all stages of projects through regular written and verbal communications to keep them updated on the progress of assigned projects and aware of next steps; provide project updates in front of large groups, including Senior Management, as necessary.
• Collaborate with project managers across all Council divisions to identify how assigned projects impact other projects across the Council and to leverage others work.
• The person in this role will be part of the IS Project Management Office.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations in completed education (degree field of study in computer science, business management or project management related field) and experience (managing IT and business projects).

• High school diploma/GED with nine years of experience
• Associate degree with seven years of experience
• Bachelors degree with five years of experience
• Masters degree with three years of experience

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Knowledge of Project Management Institute (PMI) lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of Windows platform and current Internet technologies.
• Knowledge of enterprise resource management.
• Skilled in project management software, including Microsoft Planner Premium.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills
• Skilled in developing and maintaining project documentation, including writing project charters, implementation plans, resource plans, status reports and all other required project documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams providing direction, delegation and removing obstacles to get work done.
• Ability to build consensus and motivate people to act and participate.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships and delivery of customer centric solutions.
• Ability to anticipate and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and deliver multi-mode communications that concisely convey a clear understanding of the message to different audiences.
• Ability to handle conflict situations effectively with a minimum of noise.
• Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage and support staff in contributing to a dynamic work culture that improves the Councils ability to serve the region.
• We encourage and support staff in bringing the full range of experiences and identities that define them to the workplace.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Additional information

Union/Grade: AFSCME / Pay Grade I

FLSA Status: Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

Full Salary Range: $46.06 - $74.71 hourly / $95,804.80 - $155,396.80 annually

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office setting. May require travel between primary work site to other sites.

The responsibilities listed are typical of the positions included in the job classification; however, not all duties are necessarily performed by each specific position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

1. We review your minimum qualifications.

2. We rate your education and experience.

3. We conduct a structured panel interview.

4. We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job youre applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make false statements or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.

We believe our employees are a key to our agencys success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

• Well@Work clinic
• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
• parking at many job locations
• fitness centers at many job locations
• Employee Assistance Program
• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: It is important that your application shows all relevant education and experience you possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume." Otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

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How did you first hear about this job opening?

• CareerForce Center
• Community Event/Organization
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Glassdoor
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
• X (formerly known as Twitter)
• Website: governmentjobs.com
• Website: metrocouncil.org
• Website: metrotransit.org
• Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
• Other

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If you selected Other, please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected Employee Referral please enter the employees first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

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Please select the option below that reflects your education and experience level.

• High school diploma AND nine (9) years of experience managing IT and business projects.
• Associate degree in computer science, business management or project management related field AND seven (7) years of experience managing IT and business projects.
• Bachelors degree in computer science, business management or project management related field AND five (5) years of experience managing IT and business projects.
• Masters degree in computer science, business management or project management related field AND three (3) years of experience managing IT and business projects.
• Some education in computer science, business management or project management related field AND some experience managing IT and business projects.
• None of the above

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Please select the areas below with which you have work experience (select all that apply).

• Project Management Institute (PMI) lifecycle knowledge.
• Experience with Project Management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with Windows platforms and current internet technologies.
• Enterprise resource management experience.
• Experience with project management software, including Microsoft Planner Premium.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience developing and maintaining project documentation, including writing project charters, implementation plans, resource plans, status reports and all other required project documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading teams by providing direction, delegation and removing obstacles to get work done.
• Experience building consensus and motivating people to act and participate.
• Experience building strong customer relationships and delivering customer centric solutions.
• Experience anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Experience developing and delivering multi-mode communications that concisely convey a clear understanding of the message to different audiences.
• Experience handling conflict situations effectively with a minimum of noise.
• Experience promoting an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees.
• None of the above.

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Please describe how you have worked within a PMO that has specific requirements for deliverables/use of templates and stage gate reviews by leaders. If this does not apply, type N/A.

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Please describe how you have successfully implemented a complex technical project that included a vendor solution with multiple system integrations, and an internal operational support model. If this does not apply, type N/A.

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Please describe how you have brought an immature project team member to follow a more rigorous process focused project. If this does not apply, type N/A.

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Describe one specific example of how you implemented equity into your work processes. If you do not have this experience, type none or N/A.

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In this position, you would be required to be on site at least two days per week, and possibly more often due to business needs. Official work location is based in downtown St. Paul, MN, however, on site will primarily be at various Metro Transit locations throughout the Twin Cities metropolitan area. I understand this requirement and can meet it.

• Yes
• No

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The Metropolitan Council recognizes that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and generative tools are increasingly used in application processes. While the Council permits the use of AI to assist in the preparation of application materials, all applicants must certify the following statement:

• I affirm that all information provided in my application including any uploaded documentation is true and accurate. I further affirm that I have personally reviewed, verified, and approved all content, including any content generated with the assistance of AI. I will provide all interview responses directly and in real-time without unauthorized assistance. I will not use AI avatars, external assistance in answering including computer-generated suggestions, or any recording and transcription tools during the interview process unless I have received prior approval from Human Resources for a disability-related reasonable accommodation.

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Employer Metropolitan Council

Address 390 Robert St. N.

St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website https://metrocouncil.org