Project Manager / Business Analyst
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Description of Project
The Minnesota Department of Information Technology Services (MNIT) partnering with the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a highly skilled project manager/business analyst (PM/BA). Currently, DPS is seeking a contractor to manage in-progress online customer chat and multiple data analytics projects across several DPS divisions. The planning phase of these projects will include coordinating work across MNIT, DPS, and external vendors.
At a high level, the resource will initially work on the online customer chat and data analytics projects as identified by the department. If additional projects are identified and funds are available, resource will be assigned to other projects across the department.
Resource will follow MNIT/ DPS policies for working on site. Currently it is a hybrid model and is subject to change. On-site location is 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul 55101
Mode of Interview - The State will conduct interviews. The State reserves the right to remove a resource from consideration if the resource is unavailable for interview as requested by the State. Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Project Schedule- Anticipated Project Start Date: November 29, 2024. Anticipated End Date: November 28, 2026
Sample Tasks
- Provide leadership and coordination for project that will involve MNIT and DPS staff and perhaps others.
- Research technology requirements; identify tools and resources needed/available.
- Provide impact analysis on, for example, the call center.
- Build a list of statute, policy, and procedures necessary for a successful undertaking.
- Identify how users would be on-boarded and supported.
- Develop a projected budget that would include initial and ongoing technology, staffing, maintenance, and support.
- Document how Minnesota could proceed and meet Federal requirements.
- Provide knowledge transfer
Desired Skills
- Five (5) years of experience as a senior Project Manager
- Three (3) years of experience as a senior Business Analyst
- Two (2) years of experience working in a government setting with multiple stakeholders and users.
- Experience working with law enforcement systems and practices.
- Experience compiling a report for executive review.