IT Project Manager

Job Level

Mid-level position

Post Date

12/06/2018

Job Category

Project Manager

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Position Title	IT Project Manager
UIW Mission	University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary	The IT Project Manager is responsible for simultaneously leading and coordinating multiple technology projects to successful completion. This will entail leading project teams that will result in opportunities to increase efficiencies and enhance the environment across functional boundaries. The position is responsible for recommending options, priorities, risks, and costs of technology solutions that are strategically aligned with institutional goals. The position reports to the Director of IT Project Portfolio Management.

Job Duties
Job Duty Name	Lead projects
Description of Job Duties	Lead technical projects involving cross-functional and technical teams; duties include developing project schedules, assigning tasks, identify and escalate risks/issues, communicating progress, meeting target deadlines and other activities associated with the management of projects.

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Job Duty Name	Project plan development
Description of Job Duties	Responsible for the development and upkeep of project documents to initiate, plan, execute, monitor & control, and close projects successfully

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Job Duty Name	Quality Control
Description of Job Duties	Plan and assist with oversight of testing processes, defect identification, and problem resolution

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Job Duty Name	Resource planning
Description of Job Duties	Estimate resource needs for technical resources, end-user personnel, and consultants

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Job Duty Name	Project reports
Description of Job Duties	Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of project team communications documents such as project status and progress reports, meeting minutes, decisions and issues logs

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Job Duty Name	Project intake
Description of Job Duties	Assist in the project intake and assessment process

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Job Duty Name	Maintain repository of project artifacts
Description of Job Duties	Artifacts may include project invoices, purchase orders, project charter, comprehensive project plan documents such as communication, stakeholder, schedule, quality control plans etc.

**Qualifications**
Physical Demands
Knowledge Skills and Abilities	Ability to work with minimal supervision Knowledge of and experience using project management methodologies Ability to lead technical projects involving cross-functional and technical teams Ability to set priorities, assign tasks, set deadlines, and coordinate projects Effective in communication both verbal and written Critical thinking, time management, analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure and meet targeted deadlines Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education	Bachelor’s degree in the field of Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
Required Work Experience	3 years experience managing projects Expert-level experience with project management tools Experience with the PMI’s PMBOK standards Experience with waterfall project management
Preferred Qualifications	PMP or CAPM project management certification CCBA or CBAP business analyst certification Experience leading technology projects across all areas : applications, infrastructure, instructional, service
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Work Hours	Monday thru Friday from 8:00 – 5:00 Occasional extended hours required in order to meet critical deadlines