Enterprise Applications Manager (Project Management)
Job Summary
Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association supports the aspirations and dreams of a secure defined benefit retirement for over 650,000 members working for Colorado. By joining our team, you would become one of them, have direct influence supporting the retirement security of people you know, and be part of an IT team that enjoys teamwork, exceptional benefits, and opportunity to grow your skills and learn new skills.
We're seeking a strategic and people-focused Enterprise Applications Manager to join our dynamic IT organization. In this leadership role, you'll support the Enterprise Applications Manager in overseeing the implementation, optimization, and support of enterprise-wide software systems. You'll lead a talented team to ensure our core business applications align with organizational goals, drive operational efficiency, and deliver measurable value across departments.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage a team responsible for evaluating, designing, implementing, integrating, and supporting enterprise applications.
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Recruit, train, coach, and mentor team members to build a high-performing, engaged workforce.
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Coordinate with leadership to prioritize initiatives and oversee team deliverables.
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Provide strategic guidance and support for complex decision-making.
What We Offer:
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Standard office environment with frequent computer use
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
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A collaborative and inclusive team culture.
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Flexible work environment with remote options.
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Required occasional on-call assistance outside of normal business hours
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary of Job Responsibilities
The Enterprise Applications Manager II leads a team responsible for oversight, implementation, and support of enterprise-wide software applications. This role ensures that business systems are aligned with organizational goals, improves operational efficiency, and delivers measurable value.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Individuals must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
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Lead a team and oversee evaluation, design, implementation, integration, management and support of enterprise applications and other technologies as assigned
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Helps to define and enforce access controls, policies, and procedures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data
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Participates in audits and oversees implementation of effective remediations to audit findings
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Maintains a highly skilled and engaged workforce by recruiting, training, coaching, mentoring, communicating job expectations and monitoring and appraising staff results
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Models and drives continuous learning and builds organizational capacity by developing high potential employees for growth opportunities and advancement
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Coordinates with management on prioritization and oversees team deliverables
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Provides guidance, leadership, and assistance when difficult decisions need to be made
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Builds and maintains strong partnerships with counterparts across technical teams to ensure strategies and policies are aligned and to coordinate resources effectively in support of organizational goals
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Responsible for evaluating and managing vendor relationships to ensure strong partnership and growth
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Drives continuous improvement by identifying and monitoring key metrics and scorecards
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Participates in expense planning for yearly budgeting process, maintenance agreement renewal, procurement, and cleanup or cost reduction of existing agreements
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Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
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Degree in technical (STEM) field and seven years' experience in technical role preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
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Two years experience of supervisory/managing in an IT environment preferred
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Thorough understanding of ITIL/ITSM processes
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Experience managing on-prem and cloud-based enterprise applications in a complex IT environment.
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Excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal and writing skills
Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Standard office environment with frequent telephone communication, computer operation, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy and printer machine.
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Occasional moving and positioning supplies in excess of 20 pounds
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All employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner in alignment with the financial services industry
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Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
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Ability to operate standard PC equipment
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Ability to handle stress associated with frequent deadline and tight schedules
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Required occasional on-call assistance outside of normal business hours
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Occasional Travel
Hybrid Work Option
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Opportunity to work from home up to three days per week. Eligibility dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.
Interested Candidates:
Complete the employment application online at https://www.copera.org/careers. Please have copies of your resume and cover letter available to upload.
Job Description Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned with or without notice.
Unfortunately, at this time, PERA cannot consider candidates that require sponsorship (now or in the future), or are located outside of the US.
All Colorado PERA employees are subject to PERA's Ethics Policy and some employees are subject to the Personal Trading Policy. These policies include restrictions on outside business activities and employment and have certain requirements on personal trading. You may request copies of these policies from PERA's talent acquisition team and any questions can be answered by PERA's Investment Administration team.
About Colorado PERA
Looking for a career where you can make a difference? Colorado PERA offers benefit services to public employees across Colorado, including teachers, state troopers, snowplow drivers, correctional officers and many others who provide valuable services. As Colorado's largest pension plan, we serve and educate over 700,000 members who are former and current public employees.
At PERA you will earn more than a paycheck. PERA is a culture where you can grow your potential and work in an inclusive environment, where diverse perspectives are valued. We hire exceptional employees and recognize that our people are our best asset. Not only do we make sound investments for our members, PERA invests in our employees' growth through training and leadership opportunities.
To promote wellbeing, we offer hybrid or flexible working options for most roles and a total rewards and benefit program including health, dental and vision coverage - eligibility starts the first day of the month following the date of hire for most plans; generous paid time off and volunteer hours; pension and retirement plans, including PERA's defined benefit plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and 401(k) employer match, as applicable; tuition assistance; free, convenient on-site parking or RTD subsidy; free on-site fitness center to stay active; employee assistance program; training, leadership and mentoring programs and more. PERA is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.
To learn more about life at PERA, watch this video or visit www.copera.org/careers.
Position Title: Enterprise Applications Manager
Division: Information Technology
Reports to: Enterprise Applications Manager
Job Status: Full-time, Exempt
Salary: $125,000.00 to $150,000.00 Annual, Commensurate with experience
Posting Dates: 08/22/2025 to 09/07/2025
