IT Project Manager

Manages and oversees all aspects of a technology project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget. Has overall responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors, and contractual deliverable. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project.

Creates and manages project plans.  Defines project scope, maintains project objectives, goals, and deliverables. Defines project schedule and time line, tasks, and required resources while monitoring progress.  Aligns project objectives with company goals, ensures team is clear on objective.  Manages resources to make sure schedule is on track.  Leads meetings and sets expectations for project team.  Helps project team with the design and development tasks.  Works multiple project simultaneously.

Monitors production and quality to customer/stakeholder/sponsor standards.  Leads Quality Assurance.  Monitors and reports on project progress.  Presents to stakeholders reports on progress as well as problems and solutions.  Leads process of issue identification and resolution.  Identifies issues and risks and offers viable solutions as well as opportunities as they arise.

Implements change practice and monitors change when necessary to meet project outputs.  Evaluates and assesses results of the project.  

Manages the risk tracking process.  Manages all documentation relating to the project.  Fosters a partnership with customers/stakeholders/sponsors.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 3 years project management experience. Knowledge of technique and tools; experience in strategic planning, Risk Management, and/or Change Management; proficiency in project management tools; business and IT strategy experience; knowledge of related software tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Agile teams

Certifications/Licenses:

ITIL Foundation Certification : Required within 3 months of hire. 

PMP Certification : Project Management Professional Certification preferred

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach a Resume/CV.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However,
original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Information Technology Services at Louisiana State University is one of the first public R1 universities modernizing the student systems by implementing a student software as a service solution. We are on the cusp of a groundbreaking transition that will change the landscape of student systems at higher education institutions across the country. As a pioneer in the industry, many eyes are on LSU to learn how to implement such a system. This implementation will serve as a template for other institutions to follow for years to come. We are looking for talented, hard-working individuals who want to be part of an innovative team working together to produce a successful and unprecedented transition. Come be part of this exciting revolution!

Posting Date:

July 24, 2018

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 6, 2018

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Essential Position (Y/N):

EEO Statement:

LSU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity / equal access employer.

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu