Project Manager 2, Public Utility Commission

Salary $91,932.00 - $139,834.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CSSC-2026-61049-G0197 Department Public Utility Commission Division PU Mis Opening Date 10/22/2026 Closing Date 11/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code G0197 Position Number 00224129 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group UT10 Bureau / Division Code 00171803 Bureau / Division PU Mis Worksite Address 400 North Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17120 Contact Name Shannon Marciano Contact Phone 717.787.8714 Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Are you a skilled and motivated IT professional who enjoys leading application development projects, contributing hands-on technical expertise, and collaborating with a talented team? The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is seeking Project Manager 2 to join our Application Development team. This position offers the opportunity to support critical public-facing and internal applications, build modernized solutions, mentor developers, and help drive the future of PUC's digital services, all while enjoying work-life balance and meaningful public service. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position guides application development and project coordination across the PUC by leading technical teams and managing complex initiatives. As a Project Manager 2, you will perform the following duties: 1. Application Leadership: Oversee development, modernization, and maintenance of PUC applications to support business needs 2. Story Development: Write and refine user stories with product owners to ensure clarity and alignment with objectives 3. Sprint Preparation: Lead backlog grooming sessions and define scope for upcoming sprints with cross functional teams 4. Quality Review: Validate features through testing, identify defects, and guide resolution efforts 5. Project Oversight: Manage multiple projects by monitoring schedules, budgets, risks, and status updates for leadership 6. Operational Support: Coordinate integrations, support DR and COOP testing, and maintain documentation for application operations Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. 3. Telework: Part-time work from home (telework) may be a potential feature of this position. The successful candidate is required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office. 4. To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's alternate (telework) worksite must meet the following requirements: 5. Within a reasonable travel distance of Harrisburg; and 6. Within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 7. Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at [email protected] 717.787.8714. 8. **Salary:**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 9. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. Two years of experience as a Business Analyst 4 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 2. Two years of experience as a Project Manager 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 3. Four years of experience in leading IT systems development or implementation projects and a bachelor's degree; or 4. An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes four years of experience in leading IT systems development or implementation projects. Other Requirements: 1. This particular position also requires possession of an IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification. 2. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. 3. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: 1. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 2. If you are claiming education in your ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.