Project Managers - Stratford Solutions Inc.

Job Title: Project Managers

Labor Category: Specialist 3

Job Location New York, NY

Job Type: Contract - 6 Months

Work Schedule/Hours: Normal business hours Monday-Friday 35 hours/week (not including mandatory unpaid meal break after 6 hours of work).

Pay Rate: $70 per hour

The MTA is seeking a Project Manager with experience in Law Enforcement arena as well as IT to manage major Police related projects including the implementation of Computer Aided Dispatch, Records Management and Mobile solutions. Hands on project management experience and Police Department subject matter expertise are required. We anticipate the projects will last 24 - 30 months however it is possible to extend beyond. Onsite work within the New York City area is required however occasional remote work is also available. A flexible schedule shall be worked out between the MTA Director and consultant. Occasional travel throughout the MTA Region is also required.

The consultant will manage all aspects of the projects and achieve the required result within timeline and budget goals. Tasks include but are not limited to creating project schedules & plans, coordinate activities between various stakeholders such as vendors, IT, Police, procurement and other technical groups. Ensure that all requirements, applications, systems and services introduced into the MTA environment meet defined IT and Police standards, policies and follow industry best practices. The consultant will make certain all IT controls involving system configuration, permissions, user access, data protection, auditing, monitoring and any other relevant controls are applied.

• Minimum 7-9 years of Information Technology Project management experience
• 3 to 6 years of experience in Law Enforcement Technology Projects
• Experience managing requirements matrix & scope of work
• A solid foundation in information technology and the functions of an Enterprise IT Department.
• Experience managing Computer Aided Dispatch, Records Management and deployment of mobile solutions or similar projects.
• Certifications including PMP or equivalent are a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office including Project, PowerPoint, Visio & Teams
• Ability to coordinate activities with multi-disciplined technical resources as well as maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Excels at decision making skills by inquiring, listening, and evaluating information.
• Ability to understand and adjust to changing priorities, circumstances, and direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills is a must