{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"59db22fa3aec4c073f32c700","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/59db22fa3aec4c073f32c700","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/59db22fa3aec4c073f32c700","title":"Technology Program Manager","description":"Position Description\n\nThe Program Manager is responsible for the administration and management of delivering large-scale, complex infrastructure, tolling and technology programs and projects in alignment with the agency's vision and mission. This position will provide leadership through the development and implementation of the program management strategic plan by defining best practices, policies, procedures and processes. The PM is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation and completion of program/project initiatives, on time and within budget. The position will oversee and manage the functions of program/project strategy, risk assessment and planning, quality control and actively managing work towards achieving program/project milestones and program/project delivery.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\nDevelops and implements the program management strategic plan, policies, procedures and processes; manages the development of multiple projects to maintain alignment with the agency's vision and mission, including planning, organizing, coordinating, and monitoring activities leading the project(s) to successful execution and completion.\nCreates and applies standardized project management methodologies, including project definition, planning, risk management, project control, and change management, to ensure a repeatable project delivery process.\nReviews and assigns roles and responsibilities; coordinates the workflow within the area of responsibility to ensure goals and objectives are met among staff (project managers); contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and outside agencies; actively manages work towards achieving program/project milestones and program/project delivery.\nMonitors performance of work, develops and approves schedules to ensure that project is meeting designated milestones on schedule, under budget, and in compliance with project quality assurance and contract specifications. Manages budget expenditures associated with contractual agreements within the project scope.\nEstablishes best practices standards for achieving goals; identifies, manages, and develops resolutions to risks and issues that may impede or are impeding activity progress; monitors evaluation activities and may implement process improvement methodology to ensure timely outcomes and measurable goals are achieved during project lifecycle.\nServes as the principal contact for the program/project; communicates progress and issues to management, project managers, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and outside agencies.\nDevelops and presents comprehensive program/project performance and productivity reports in relation to division initiatives and/or assigned program/projects; effectively communicates and conveys complex information in a clear and concise manner to the Executive Management team.\nPerforms related work as assigned.\n\n.Other Duties:\nThis Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.\n\nRequirements\n\nEducation and Experience:\n\nBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or a related field from an accredited college or university; professional experience can be substituted on a year-to-year basis for the required college education.\nA valid Texas driver's license and good driving record.\nProgressively responsible work experience in IT Program/Project Management and managing direct reports. Experience includes having a strong understanding of SDLC, familiar with waterfall and agile methodologies, proven background in problem resolution, proven background in troubleshooting, communicating complex technical subject matter to upper management, and may require registration, certification, or licensure in a specialty area.\nPreferred:\nProgram/Project Management Certification(s) such as CAPM, PMP, PgMP or other related program/project management certifications\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nStrong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide others, build effective and cohesive teams toward the accomplishment of agency and division goals.\nKnowledge of electronic toll collection operations and procedures, violation enforcement operations and procedures.\nStrong skills using project management tools and systems, including but not limited to scheduling software, such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.\nProficient skills using Microsoft Office MS 365 Suite and Adobe Acrobat.\nFamiliar with collaborative working environments such as Microsoft Teams and Sharepoint\nAbility to manage multiple people and unrelated projects simultaneously.\nAbility to resolve competing requirements between different functional groups.\nAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.\nAbility to effectively communicate with coworkers, the public, industry, and governmental representatives.\nAbility to plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, train, support, assign and evaluate the work of subordinate project managers.\nAbility to handle confidential materials with considerable personal tact and initiative.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nLight work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.\n\nNOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. \"See Resume\" will not be accepted for qualifications.\n\nGeneral Information\n\nPosition Type and Typical Hours Work:\nThis is a full-time position.\nTypical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.\nHours may vary based on the business needs of the department.\nMay occasionally have to work nights and weekends.\nDuring inclement weather events, shift work may be required, including potentially overnight.\n\nWork Environment:\nThere are no major sources of discomfort. A normal office environment with acceptable lighting and climate control is provided. Occasional trips to non-climate controlled HCTRA facilities may be required. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.\n\nReporting Relations:\nReports To Position: May report to a Deputy Director; Assistant Director; Deputy Assistant Director; Sr., Program Manager; or Manager\nSupervises Positions: May supervise two to ten personnel\n\nEqual Opportunity Statement\n\nHarris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.\nhttps://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx\nIf you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email: ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net\n\nEmployment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.\n This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.\n\nDue to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.\nHarris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.\n\nThe following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:\n\nMedical\nDental\nVision\nWellness\nLife Insurance\nLong-term Disability\nEmployee Assistance Program\n10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.\n10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday\nProfessional Development Opportunities\nDependent Care Reimbursement Plan\nHealthcare Reimbursement Account\n457 Deferred Compensation Plan\nRetirement pension (TCDRS)\nTransportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)\nIn accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.\n\nFor plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: https://benefitsathctx.com/","company":"Harris County","rawCompany":"harris county","city":"Houston","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-17T07:58:15.028Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"11-3021.00","title":"Computer and Information Systems Managers","slug":"computer-and-information-systems-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"926110","title":"Administration of General Economic Programs","slug":"administration-of-general-economic-programs"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Technology Program Manager","description":"Position Description\n\nThe Program Manager is responsible for the administration and management of delivering large-scale, complex infrastructure, tolling and technology programs and projects in alignment with the agency's vision and mission. This position will provide leadership through the development and implementation of the program management strategic plan by defining best practices, policies, procedures and processes. The PM is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation and completion of program/project initiatives, on time and within budget. The position will oversee and manage the functions of program/project strategy, risk assessment and planning, quality control and actively managing work towards achieving program/project milestones and program/project delivery.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\nDevelops and implements the program management strategic plan, policies, procedures and processes; manages the development of multiple projects to maintain alignment with the agency's vision and mission, including planning, organizing, coordinating, and monitoring activities leading the project(s) to successful execution and completion.\nCreates and applies standardized project management methodologies, including project definition, planning, risk management, project control, and change management, to ensure a repeatable project delivery process.\nReviews and assigns roles and responsibilities; coordinates the workflow within the area of responsibility to ensure goals and objectives are met among staff (project managers); contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and outside agencies; actively manages work towards achieving program/project milestones and program/project delivery.\nMonitors performance of work, develops and approves schedules to ensure that project is meeting designated milestones on schedule, under budget, and in compliance with project quality assurance and contract specifications. Manages budget expenditures associated with contractual agreements within the project scope.\nEstablishes best practices standards for achieving goals; identifies, manages, and develops resolutions to risks and issues that may impede or are impeding activity progress; monitors evaluation activities and may implement process improvement methodology to ensure timely outcomes and measurable goals are achieved during project lifecycle.\nServes as the principal contact for the program/project; communicates progress and issues to management, project managers, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and outside agencies.\nDevelops and presents comprehensive program/project performance and productivity reports in relation to division initiatives and/or assigned program/projects; effectively communicates and conveys complex information in a clear and concise manner to the Executive Management team.\nPerforms related work as assigned.\n\n.Other Duties:\nThis Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.\n\nRequirements\n\nEducation and Experience:\n\nBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or a related field from an accredited college or university; professional experience can be substituted on a year-to-year basis for the required college education.\nA valid Texas driver's license and good driving record.\nProgressively responsible work experience in IT Program/Project Management and managing direct reports. Experience includes having a strong understanding of SDLC, familiar with waterfall and agile methodologies, proven background in problem resolution, proven background in troubleshooting, communicating complex technical subject matter to upper management, and may require registration, certification, or licensure in a specialty area.\nPreferred:\nProgram/Project Management Certification(s) such as CAPM, PMP, PgMP or other related program/project management certifications\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nStrong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide others, build effective and cohesive teams toward the accomplishment of agency and division goals.\nKnowledge of electronic toll collection operations and procedures, violation enforcement operations and procedures.\nStrong skills using project management tools and systems, including but not limited to scheduling software, such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.\nProficient skills using Microsoft Office MS 365 Suite and Adobe Acrobat.\nFamiliar with collaborative working environments such as Microsoft Teams and Sharepoint\nAbility to manage multiple people and unrelated projects simultaneously.\nAbility to resolve competing requirements between different functional groups.\nAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.\nAbility to effectively communicate with coworkers, the public, industry, and governmental representatives.\nAbility to plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, train, support, assign and evaluate the work of subordinate project managers.\nAbility to handle confidential materials with considerable personal tact and initiative.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nLight work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.\n\nNOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. \"See Resume\" will not be accepted for qualifications.\n\nGeneral Information\n\nPosition Type and Typical Hours Work:\nThis is a full-time position.\nTypical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.\nHours may vary based on the business needs of the department.\nMay occasionally have to work nights and weekends.\nDuring inclement weather events, shift work may be required, including potentially overnight.\n\nWork Environment:\nThere are no major sources of discomfort. A normal office environment with acceptable lighting and climate control is provided. Occasional trips to non-climate controlled HCTRA facilities may be required. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.\n\nReporting Relations:\nReports To Position: May report to a Deputy Director; Assistant Director; Deputy Assistant Director; Sr., Program Manager; or Manager\nSupervises Positions: May supervise two to ten personnel\n\nEqual Opportunity Statement\n\nHarris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.\nhttps://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx\nIf you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email: ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net\n\nEmployment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.\n This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.\n\nDue to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.\nHarris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.\n\nThe following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:\n\nMedical\nDental\nVision\nWellness\nLife Insurance\nLong-term Disability\nEmployee Assistance Program\n10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.\n10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday\nProfessional Development Opportunities\nDependent Care Reimbursement Plan\nHealthcare Reimbursement Account\n457 Deferred Compensation Plan\nRetirement pension (TCDRS)\nTransportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)\nIn accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.\n\nFor plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: https://benefitsathctx.com/","datePosted":"2026-10-17T07:58:15.028Z","dateModified":"2026-10-17T07:58:15.028Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Harris County","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Houston","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"59db22fa3aec4c073f32c700"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/59db22fa3aec4c073f32c700"}}