IT Project Manager

Salary Grade SG 410* * Recruitment Salary Range Starting at: $77,566.00 * ** Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience ** * Work Location is Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County) *
The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a IT Project Manager for the Data And Technology Department . The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.
The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community. The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering technology related projects across the Town. This role serves as a central liaison between Data & Technology, departments, vendors, and leadership to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational and strategic goals. This position manages a diverse portfolio including enterprise IT systems, process improvement initiatives, GIS projects, and facility technology implementations, upgrades, and standardization across Town departments. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. While not expected to be the technical expert in every area, this individual must effectively coordinate resources, remove obstacles, and ensure accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

• Plan, coordinate, and manage IT related projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and success criteria.
• Coordinate cross functional teams including IT staff, GIS personnel, department representatives, and vendors.
• Track project progress and ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, and scope.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate issues as necessary.
• Lead and support process improvement initiatives across Town departments, leveraging technology to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Coordinate and manage GIS-related projects, ensuring alignment between technical teams and operational departments.
• Oversee technology projects, some examples may include new deployments, standardization, upgrades, implementations, and related policy development.
• Communicate project status, risks, and updates to leadership and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Assist in vendor selection, coordination, and performance management.
• Promote project management best practices and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Other duties as required.

• Knowledge of project management principles, methodologies and tools.
• Skill in organizing, prioritizing, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of general IT systems including infrastructure, applications, networking, and cybersecurity concepts.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, gather requirements, and translate business needs into actionable plans.
• Skill in identifying risks, problem-solving, and making sound decisions under pressure.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across departments and with external vendors.
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies preferred.
• Familiarity with GIS concepts and municipal systems preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 3 years of experience in Information Technology or a related project management role. PMP, CAPM, ITIL (preferred). Must have valid drivers license.
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Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. * SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE* If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at .... If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click Application Status. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. See Resume or See Attachment WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at:
When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.
Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.