IT Project Manager
Agile Technology Solutions (ATS) a center within Achievement and Assessment Institute is looking for an experienced and motivated IT Project Manager to join its team. This individual will be part of a high performing technology team that is focused on designing and developing next generation learning solutions that are cross platform compatible. Day to day activities will include developing project plans, resourcing plans, coordinating testing, and providing regular status reports to senior management and the client. The IT Project Manager will be responsible for identifying issues/risks and proposing solutions to mitigate those items to ensure a quality product is delivered on time, within budget.
Job Description
80% - Manage, develop, and direct development projects utilizing accepted project management methodologies. Develop project schedules considering project requirements and resource requirements. As required, document project issues and risks, track key milestones, and create meeting minutes. Work closely with the directors to ensure projects stay on track and client deliverables are met.
20% - Develop project status reports for review with senior management and the client. Report will include tasks completed during last reporting period, status of tasks in progress with projected completion dates and upcoming project tasks to be worked on during this reporting period. It will also include an update on any project issues/risks.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3 or more years of project implementation or management experience or equivalent
- 3 or more years experience with KU financial systems and payment processing
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficient tracking budgets/schedules and project status reporting
- Experience with KITE system
- Experience with event planning
Additional Candidate Instructions
A complete application includes an online application, cover letter, resume highlighting pertinent experience relative to the required and preferred qualifications and contact information for three professional references. Only complete applications will be considered.
Application deadline is November 11, 2018.
Contact Information to Applicants
Ronda Consolver, rcon@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
Minimum $65,000
Application Review Begins
Monday, November 12, 2018
Anticipated Start Date
Monday, November 26, 2018