Project Manager - Office of Judicial Administration
Topeka, KS
Full Time
Experienced
Position number: K0062652
Location of Employment: Kansas Judicial Center, Topeka, KS 66612
Position Title and Salary: Project Manager, grade 53, $ 90,757.32 annually
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
Job Duties: The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope. This role requires strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills to ensure successful delivery of project outcomes that align with business objectives. Key responsibilities include leading project teams, managing vendors, supporting procurement activities, and producing essential project documentation. The ideal candidate will bring a structured but flexible approach to managing projects in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Examples of work performed:
(Position may not include all duties listed, nor do the listed examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Project Planning & Execution
Education
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [email protected] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.
THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER
Location of Employment: Kansas Judicial Center, Topeka, KS 66612
Position Title and Salary: Project Manager, grade 53, $ 90,757.32 annually
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
Job Duties: The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope. This role requires strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills to ensure successful delivery of project outcomes that align with business objectives. Key responsibilities include leading project teams, managing vendors, supporting procurement activities, and producing essential project documentation. The ideal candidate will bring a structured but flexible approach to managing projects in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Examples of work performed:
(Position may not include all duties listed, nor do the listed examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Project Planning & Execution
- Analyze project proposals to assess feasibility, scope, and resource needs.
- Define project goals, success criteria, and stakeholder expectations.
- Develop detailed plans, schedules, budgets, and staffing models.
- Lead cross-functional project teams, clarify roles, and drive accountability.
- Monitor progress, manage resources, and ensure quality delivery within scope and timeline.
- Create and maintain key project documents:
- Charters, stakeholder registers, communication plans, risk logs, and schedules.
- Ensure alignment with PMO standards and support transparency.
- Lead kickoff meetings, phase-gate reviews, and prepare project status reports.
- Develop and manage communication plans for internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitate project meetings and provide timely updates to leadership.
- Support development and negotiation of Statements of Work (SOWs).
- During the project lifecycle oversee vendor performance, manage escalations, and coordinate contract hand-offs for post project oversight.
- Promote use of standard project management tools and practices.
- Contribute to the enhancement of PMO templates, processes, and methodologies.
- Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency and value.
Education
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
- 5+ years of experience managing complex projects from initiation through closeout.
- Communication: Clear, concise, and effective in both verbal and written formats.
- Leadership: Capable of managing teams and fostering collaboration across functions.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving and risk assessment capabilities.
- Technology Proficiency: Comfortable using project management software and digital collaboration tools.
- Customer Focus: Keeps end-user and stakeholder needs central to project outcomes.
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [email protected] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.
THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER
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