Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleProject Director - 11240

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $145000 to $145000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

Floor 3

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Job Specifics

Duties Description
Under the direction of the DEC Deputy Commissioner for Technology, the Project Director will serve as the senior leader responsible for DEC’s enterprise technology transformation and modernization portfolio within the ITS Dedicated Support section of Department of Conservation (DEC). This position provides strategic leadership for major technology initiatives, governance, product strategy, portfolio management, and technology procurement while ensuring investments align with agency priorities and deliver measurable business value. The role oversees planning delivery and governance of enterprise modernization efforts, including the Governor’s 2026 State of the State Smart Access initiative, Public Protection Technology Modernization, and other strategic investments, while serving as a key advisor to executive leadership on technology strategy and decision-making.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Lead the overall DEC Technology Transformation and Modernization Program.
• Oversee implementation of the Governor’s 2026 State of the State Smart Access initiative.
• Provide strategic leadership for Public Protection Technology Modernization and other agency-wide initiatives.
• Direct enterprise technology governance, intake prioritization, and portfolio management activities.
• Oversee project managers, business analysts, product managers, procurement team, and vendors.
• Lead strategic planning, technology roadmaps, and modernization initiatives aligned with agency priorities.
• Oversee development of executive dashboards, portfolio reporting, performance metrics, and executive briefings.
• Oversee new product planning, development, and implementation.
• Ensure effective management of project portfolios, risks, issues, dependencies, budgets, and resources.
• Collaborate with DEC executive leadership, divisions, regions, offices, vendors, and external stakeholders to advance strategic initiatives.
• Represent or serve on behalf of the Deputy Commissioner for Technology on strategic initiatives, executive meetings, and technology decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to modernize legacy systems, streamline business processes, improve customer experience, and maximize the value of technology investments.
• Promote enterprise standards, governance, and best practices to ensure successful delivery of technology initiatives and long-term operational sustainability.
• Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications Ten (10) years of experience, including three years at a supervisory level, or one year at a managerial level, in information technology, project/program management, governance, client engagement, business analysis, product delivery, or a related field.

The following degrees may substitute for the general experience as indicated:

Associate degree may substitute for two years of experience,
Bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience,
Master’s degree in related field substitutes for an additional year of experience,
Doctorate in computer science or related field substitutes for an additional two years of experience, beyond a bachelor’s degree

Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.

Some positions may require fingerprinting.

Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.

If eligible, positions located in New York City will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.
to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name ITS Human Resources

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov

Address

Street 164 Columbia Turnpike

City Rensselaer

State NY

Zip Code 12144

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.