Why Team Garland?

At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.

Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

*Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type

Responsible for the management of Information Technology related projects with high complexity and impact across the enterprise with general supervision. Also responsible for ensuring adherence to established project management methodologies for acquisition, development, testing and implementation of information systems. Requires specific technical knowledge to plan, organize and control resources and timing for a technical process or project.

• Analyze and document project scope and requirements by liaising with a range of users in the organization.

• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, issue and risk ledgers and status reports.

• Establish and maintain standard project documentation for all phases of a project.

• Determine budget requirements for projects and monitor the progress of projects against the budgets.

• Provide technical and analytical guidance to members of the project team whose knowledge may range from highly technical to non-technical.

• Vendor management which may include contract negotiation, obtaining quotes, integration and tracking of vendor tasks, ensuring quality standards, review of project deliverables and ensuring payments are made as per agreed terms.

• Four-year college degree 4 years experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Project Management or related field of study

• 4-5 years of experience in Information Technology, project management and/or business analysis

• Knowledge of project management methodology and best practices Knowledge of IT organizational practices

• Skill in the use of MS Project Professional

• Skill in the use of MS Project Online

• General understanding of information technology and technical concepts

• Ability to identify and analyze options for process improvement and evaluate information technology solutions

• Ability to direct activities of others in a multi-project environment

• Ability to perform high-level business and process analysis

• Ability to communicate effectively in both an oral and written manner

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.