The Maricopa County Community College District is looking for a Director of the IT Project Management Office (PMO). Operating out of Information Technology Services (ITS) and under the direction of the Chief of Staff to the CIO, this role provides leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide technology and business projects within the District's ten community college system. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing project governance, methodologies, and best practices to ensure successful project delivery. The Director leads and grows a team of project management professionals and coordinates cross-functional efforts to drive efficiency, innovation, and project adoption across the District. The Director also ensures the effective use of both Agile and Waterfall frameworks to optimize project execution and delivery. The Director will lead projects while simultaneously leading the IT PMO. This role offers an opportunity to drive impactful technology initiatives that support student success and operational excellence across a dynamic community college system. Essential Functions Establishes, builds, and enhances district-wide IT PMO (30%) * Establishes and directs the IT PMO, overseeing enterprise-wide technology and business projects that align with institutional priorities. * Implements and refines project management methodologies, governance structures, and best practices to optimize project execution. * Uses Agile and Waterfall frameworks to manage projects effectively, ensuring adaptability and efficiency. * Oversees project risks, budgets, and timelines, ensuring successful and timely delivery of initiatives. * Drives innovation in project execution, leveraging modern tools and industry best practices to enhance delivery outcomes. * Recommends and implements project intake, tracking, reporting, and communication methodologies. People/Team/Project Leadership (30%) * Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff. * Identifies training needs and opportunities; promotes professional growth and development opportunities among team members. * Holds team members accountable for completing assigned tasks. * Builds, leads, and develops a team of project management professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. * Performs as a working Director for a small number of projects. Collaboration (30%) * Partners with executive leadership, IT teams, and key stakeholders to prioritize and coordinate technology initiatives. * Serves as a key advisor on IT governance and strategic planning efforts. * Briefs and presents to executive leadership both orally and in writing on portfolio and project status. * Attends and participates in routine meetings and related committees. * Provides clear and consistent reporting on project portfolio, project status, risks, and dependencies to executive leadership and stakeholders. * Supports the strategic objectives of the District through IT project adoption, enhancing operational efficiencies and technological advancements. Miscellaneous (10%) * Must be willing and able to work in an office setting, where there is a mandatory