PROJECT MANAGER

Project Manager

Leads and directs high-visibility information technology projects such as infrastructure upgrades, feasibility studies, business-focused IT solution development, upgrades to legacy systems, and implementation of statewide case management systems for Washington's judicial branch of government.

Reporting to the Project Management and Quality Assurance Manager, this expert professional works independently with significant decision-making authority as defined by ISD senior leadership. Interacts regularly with executive leadership, agency management, all levels of division staff, and external stakeholders, including judicial branch decision makers. This position has full supervisory responsibilities.

Our mission : Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

Job # : 2025-84

Status : Regular, Full-Time

Location : Olympia, Washington

Salary : Range 75 : $100,980 - $132,540 per year (DOQ).

Opens : November 13, 2025

Closes : November 20, 2025. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven calendar days after posting.

Washington State residency and telework information : AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment. This position requires at least 1 day per week working onsite at AOC facilities.

The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs. Overnight travel may be required based on business needs. This position is not overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 704-4143, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to Recruitment@courts.wa.gov. Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future. AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identify and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form. AOC does not use E-verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov. Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law. Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

More than just a paycheck! Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.