CONTENT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

NIC Colorado, a subsidiary of NIC Inc., the nationrsquos leading provider of eGovernment services (NASDAQ EGOV), is looking to add an entry level Project Manager to manage web-based projects and service implementations for the state of Coloradorsquos web portal (www.colorado.gov httpwww.colorado.gov ). Responsibilities Develop key project documentation, including, but not limited to, task orderswork orders, statements of work, requirements and specification documents, comprehensive project management plans and all associated sub-plans, deployment plans, and lessons-learned documents. Provide support, content strategy guidance, and data entry for Drupal based content management system (CMS). Act as the main point of contact for website administration tasks and questions, such as content authoring, formatting, user administration, and best practices. Design training materials for internal and external audiences. Conduct in person training sessions. Build marketing plans and collateral related to Drupal Services. Work with the cross-functional teams to identify, articulate, and mitigate project issues and risks. Effectively manage inter-project and external project dependencies. Implement and execute comprehensive stakeholder management and communication plans. Assist in creation of presentations on project goals and plans, including progress reports. Provide accurate and timely reports on project health. Support CMS framework and content authors. Perform other Project ManagementCMS related duties as requested to achieve organizational objectives. Contributes to account management initiatives, including partner relationship development and cultivating new opportunities for deployed services. Other responsibilities assigned by manager Preferred Qualifications Personal Attributes 1-3 years of Project Management experience leading project teams, as a member of an IT Project Management Office (PMO), or as an individual contributor within an IT department. Diverse and wide-ranging IT and project management experience. Demonstrable history of implementing project management best practices leveraging multiple methodologies. Positive Attitude ndash Displays enthusiasm for the industry. Self-aware – Understanding of personal abilities and honest assessment of areas requiring growth. Solicits feedback and listens to others- acknowledges opportunity to improve. Reliability ndash Committed, punctual, accountable. Professionalism – Ability to ethically communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Soft skills to represent the organization clearly and accurately. Initiative – Ambition and self-motivation to keep learning and improving themselves and others. Takes advantage of opportunities for more responsibility. Focus on career development of self and others. Dedication to the PMO efforts and strategic plans of the business. Seeks continual improvement. Respect ndash Sets clear expectations for self and others. Exhibits active listening skills and solicitsconsiders views of others when making decisions. Integrity ndash Honesty, trustworthiness, forthrightness, accountability. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated strength in customer service interactions Prefer some CMS experience, such as Drupal, Sitecore, WordPress, SharePoint, etc. Related experience in content management, information systems, or other related fields Experience using CMS in a professional environment. Flexibility in competently juggling competing priorities and changing expectations Willingness to ask questions rather than just follow directions is required. Proficient using standard office software such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook. Requirements Bachelorrsquos Degree (or higher) in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related scientific, technical, or business discipline, or equivalent work experience Understanding of the full SDLC Methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, etc.) Experience performing risk and issue management including strategies related to identifying risks, tracking and mitigating risks Demonstrated effective group facilitation skills Ability to identify and understand complex problemsissues and develop effective solutions Ability to work well independently and in a team environment Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize and meet deadlines Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Benefits Competitive compensation program No-cost group medical insurance for you and your family Matching 401(k) contributions with 100 vesting Disability insurance Life insurance Company wellness program Casual and fun office environment Paid state holidaysvacation Tuition reimbursement Salary Range 42,000 – 60,000