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Senior Director of Program Management Office (Administrator IX)

AT The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Senior Director of Program Management Office (Administrator IX)

Quincy, MA

Job Description

Position Summary

The Senior Director of the Program Management Office (PMO) is a vital member of the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) leadership team. The Senior Director is charged with leading the RMV PMO team of professionals responsible for driving successful implementation of federal and state regulatory compliance, business service delivery contracts, policy changes and business process improvement efforts throughout the agency. The Senior Director, a member of the Registrar's Senior Staff, is responsible to the Registrar and works to ensure the priorities of the RMV and MassDOT are reflected in the priority of programs and projects managed by the RMV PMO on an annual basis. The Senior Director maintains close relationships with RMV senior staff leaders, the MassDOT IT PMO, MassDOT PMO as well as key business leaders in MassDOT Enterprise Services. With the Registrar's and Chief Operating Officer concurrence, the Senior Director has final say on the projects undertaken by the RMV PMO, the resources allocated to those projects, the development of project goals, and the design of the project methodology. The Senior Director is responsible for working in collaboration with the MassDOT IT PMO, MassDOT PMO and RMV departments.

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Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop, publish and maintain Fiscal Year RMV program priority list. Oversee and develop strategic projects to support the mission of the RMV and MassDOT; partner with internal and external stakeholders and business leaders to develop PMO projects that are aligned with meeting federal and state regulatory compliance, addressing enterprise risk management, RMV business service delivery and operational needs.
  • Deploy RMV team members to projects (and collaborate with MassDOT IT PMO and MassDOT PMO for enterprise resources needed) and assist in the creation of project plans; create long- and short-term project plans, including setting project scope, milestones, and deadlines.
  • Deploy RMV team members to projects (and collaborate with MassDOT IT PMO and MassDOT PMO for enterprise resources needed) and assist in the creation of project plans; create long- and short-term project plans, including setting project scope, milestones, and deadlines.
  • Oversee project planning, coordination and execution while helping to remove impediments and elevate as necessary; serves as primary contact and project lead; determine appropriate course of action when presented with multiple options.
  • Advise the Registrar / Chief Operating Officer /Chief of Staff of opportunities for PMO intervention; represent the RMV at project meetings; effectively communicate with stakeholders and leadership regarding project updates, goals and potential impediments.
  • Direct, mentor and develop RMV PMO staff and adjust schedules and meetings, provide up to date data reports, relay relevant communications and updates.

Pre-Hire Process

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants must agree to and successfully satisfy: (i) a comprehensive name-based and fingerprint-based background check of his/her state and federal criminal history records information from all U.S. states, the District of Columbia and certain U.S. Territories and from some foreign nations; (ii) an employment reference check, and (iii) a satisfactory review of his/her driving records to be eligible for this position.

A finalist for this position must be able to pass a comprehensive background check including a criminal record check, Department of Revenue (DOR) check, and employment references.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth's residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT's inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT's divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have at least (A) seven (7) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least three (3) years must have been in a managerial capacity.

  • For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
  • For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
  • For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Client-provided location(s): Quincy, MA, USA
Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-24000A4T
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Pension
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program