Project Management Fellow
About the Innovation Fellowship Program:
The Jefferson County Innovation Fellowship is a one-year program that equips aspiring innovators with the skills to transform government services through new technologies and solutions. It is a full-time role with a salary and limited medical benefits that can act as a launch pad for a career in civic innovation and technology. In addition to the work you’ll do, you’ll get to know other fellows through a variety of projects, networking, and social events. Learn more at jeffco.us/innovation.
Target Hiring Range: $28-$32 USD Hourly
About the Position
We are searching for a Fellow to evaluate and implement new business processes and emerging technologies. The Fellow will collaborate with departments, manage projects, and lead cutting-edge technology evaluations and pilots at Jefferson County.
The position will report directly to the Innovation Programs and Emerging Technologies Manager. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and will have great interpersonal skills. They will be excited to build their project management and analytical skills. Additionally, the candidate should see obstacles not as roadblocks but as opportunities to get creative, think outside the box, and problem-solve!
Specifically, the Fellow should expect to:
- Perform simple business process analysis to determine potential process improvement opportunities
- Identify technology needs, gather business/technical requirements, and recommend solutions
- Create and manage project charters, plans, objectives, and schedules
- Collaborate closely with Jefferson County departments and staff
- Research, evaluate, and pilot new technology
- Examples of technologies previously piloted by the Innovation Team include digital chatbots, CRM solutions, robotic process automation, and business intelligence solutions
Professional Development
The Jefferson County Innovation Fellowship program is designed to provide talented individuals with an opportunity to gain practical and diverse real-world experience in government innovation. Fellows will learn about the inner workings of county government and make a difference in the community through meaningful projects. Fellows will interact with senior leaders, attend high level meetings, and will be exposed to the responsibilities and challenges of multiple departments.
Additionally, Fellows can expect:
- a stipend for job-related trainings, conferences, or certifications
- support from the County if pursuing academic credit
- mentorship and coaching
- expert led educational discussions
- training on process and technology improvement tools and techniques
About Us
The Innovation Team is housed within the Business Innovation & Technology department. We work to build a culture of innovation by championing new and inventive ways of serving internal and external customers, rewarding employee led discovery and inventive actions, and encouraging thoughtful risk-taking. Our goal is to transform the way the government operates by supporting and leading business process and technology improvements.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Management, or related field.
- At least 1 year of professional work experience in a role that involved business process analysis and/or project management
- Certifications in business analysis or project management concepts
- Proficient with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Optional Attachments:
- If you are currently a student or recent graduate with limited work experience, please consider including a letter of recommendation and/or academic transcripts with your application.