Review Vacancy
TitleProject Manager 4 - NYC - Manhattan
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $106898 to $131665 Annually
Duties Description Reporting directly to the Director of Technology and Innovation, the Project Manager 4 (PM 4) is responsible for supporting the overall operations of the New York State Department of Labor’s Office of Technology and Innovation. The PM 4 will lead a large team of Project staff to advance the agency’s technological initiatives and innovative services. The incumbent will handle and prioritize multiple high-profile projects while keeping internal stakeholders apprised of critical developments. The PM 4 will also be tasked with driving change, modernizing internal business practices and identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies. Duties include but are not limited to:
• working with high-level stakeholders including top agency executives within DOL and vendors on inter and intra-unit projects;
• develops project communication plans;
• makes strategic decisions regarding project schedule adjustments and scope changes, ensuring project goals are achieved;
• designs and implements quality metrics to analyze project performance;
• plans and conducts project analysis sessions, such as project close-outs and Joint Application Design (JAD) sessions;
• compiles detailed project reports and communicates project status to stakeholders;
• documents and presents resource needs to agency leadership and coordinates project activities with those of program areas;
• directs or coordinates the activities of project staff and business analyst team;
• performs tasks to advance the programmatic goals of the Service Improvement team, such as analyzing the performance of projects in a project portfolio or inventory;
• balances resource alternatives and potential solutions;
• manages and resolves complex stakeholder conflicts and competing priorities across multiple high-profile initiatives;
• work with Contracts and Finance teams to manage project procurements and budgets;
• conducts training on advanced project management topics, such as quality management, and risk analysis;
• analyze interdependencies among scope requirements, utilizing quality improvement tools such as checkpoints, checklists, and process mapping;
• oversee and analyze a broad or complex portfolio of projects, assessing performance, interrelationships, and planning mitigation strategies for project issues;
• identify, evaluate, and manage project risks, including impact analysis from changes in scope, schedule, or budget;
• design, implement, and monitor quality metrics to analyze project performance and support continuous improvement;
• develops and implements project management processes and policies;
• perform all supervisory duties
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
If Civil Service Eligible list(s) exist, they will be canvassed. You may also apply if you are eligible for appointment by one of the following qualifications:
52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications:
To be eligible for NCP, candidates must be in the Department of Labor promotion field and have one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55 b/c service as a Project Manager 3. If 3 or fewer qualified Department of Labor employees in a Project Manager 3 title respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified Project Manager 3’s without further examination.
Note: Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.
52.6 Transfer Qualifications:
One year of permanent or contingent-permanent as a Grade 25/M-1 or higher determined to be administrative by Civil Service.*
*Consecutive transfers cannot result in an increase of more than two salary grades.
Note: For all transfers noted, a comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/ .
Additional Comments Additional location pay is available for the following counties: Bronx, Kings, Nassau, NYC-Manhattan, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, and Putnam.
If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, BSCHR@ogs.ny.gov.
Telecommuting is available and can be discussed during the interview.
Employment at the Department of Labor is contingent upon the maintenance of a valid work authorization and necessary documentation to work legally in the United States.
Please note: Due to operational requirements and funding considerations of various divisions/positions, there could be occasions in the future where unit assignments may change. Should this occur, it will not impact your title, salary or location.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
•13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year
•Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).
•Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans
•Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost
•Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System
•NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
•Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)
•Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses
•Paid Parental Leave
Our mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers - the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: https://dol.ny.gov/about-us
DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Eligible employees may be approved to telecommute, if operationally feasible, up to 2 days per regular work-week, and not to exceed 4 days per two-week pay period. Telecommuting can be discussed at the time of interview. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Fax EFax: 5184742871@fax.ny.gov
Email Address YourDOLJourneyIsHere@labor.ny.gov
Address
Street New York State Department of Labor
State Office Campus, Building 12, Room 561
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Labor.
https://on.ny.gov/apply2dol
Vacancy: 211453
Title: Project Manager 4
Location: New York City - Manhattan
Please submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications, including specific experience with dates. It is essential to clearly describe qualifying education and experience when applying; vague or incomplete information may lead to disqualification.
Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications.
All documents must be received by March 25th, 2026. Upload all documents as unlocked and accessible files.
If experiencing difficulties with the above link, please contact: YourDOLJourneyisHere@labor.ny.gov
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.)