Website Modernization Project Lead Location:
United States (Jackson, MS
- in-person meetings as required)
Type:
Contract (1 year)
Experience:
5-10 Years About the Role Join a high-impact digital transformation initiative as the Website Modernization Project Lead, driving the end-to-end redevelopment of a major public-sector Drupal website. In this pivotal leadership role, you will partner directly with Tyler Technologies and stakeholders across a large government agency to deliver a modern, accessible, and sustainable digital presence. This is an exceptional opportunity to elevate large-scale web project leadership skills, shape digital governance for the future, and work at the forefront of public-sector innovation. Responsibilities
- Lead daily execution of a comprehensive website redesign and rebuild, collaborating with external vendors and internal stakeholders
- Drive content strategy, information architecture, and editorial direction in partnership with program area leads and control boards
- Oversee content audits, migration planning, and workflow management for efficient and accurate content transfer
- Ensure strict ADA Title II and
WCAG 2.1 AA
accessibility compliance throughout the project lifecycle, coordinating with compliance and legal teams
- Design and implement web governance frameworks, including SOPs, workflows, and training to support post-launch site management
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement, requirement gathering, reviews, and timely approvals across multiple departments
- Lead quality assurance, user acceptance testing, and launch readiness activities
- Provide regular project updates, maintain decision logs, and proactively identify and resolve risks or blockers Required Skills and Experience
- Proven track record leading large-scale website redesign or redevelopment projects (100+ pages, multi-stakeholder)
- Experience with public-sector or government website projects involving complex content libraries
- Expertise in website implementation, migration, and redevelopment processes
- Direct collaboration with technology vendors or professional services firms to drive project delivery
- Deep knowledge of ADA Title II and WCAG standards for digital accessibility
- Ability to build and operationalize web governance frameworks and change management practices
- Superior stakeholder engagement, facilitation, written communication, and organizational skills Preferred Skills
- Background supporting Medicaid agencies, health departments, or human services programs
- Experience managing state government digital modernization initiatives
- Familiarity with Smartsheet forms and workflow automation
- Experience with Tyler Technologies web products or comparable CMS platforms
- Accessibility or project management certifications (CPACC, WAS, PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, CBAP)
- Successful track record in enterprise content migration and interdepartmental coordination
- Self-starter with proven accountability, adaptability, and results orientation Benefits
- Opportunity to lead a flagship digital modernization project with statewide impact
- Collaborative, mission-driven work environment with diverse stakeholders
- Professional growth in web accessibility, digital governance, and public-sector innovation
- Exposure to industry-leading technologies and best practices
- Flexible contract structure with potential for future opportunities How to Apply Ready to drive digital transformation in the public sector?
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and leadership in large-scale website modernization projects. Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews on a rolling basis.