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IT Project Manager

Kansas State University
Manhattan, Kansas, US
Full-time

About This Role :

The Information Technology Project Manager will serve as a thought partner for project teams to implement their plans, overcome challenges, and optimize performance.

This position is responsible for providing project management expertise and guidance to ensure teams successfully achieve their objectives on-time and within budget.

This includes tasks associated with the following :

  • Initiating projects - charter development
  • Planning - scope management and schedule development
  • Executing - task management
  • Monitoring - risk management and reporting
  • Budget tracking
  • Relationship management
  • Facilitation of meetings throughout the project.

The Project Manager will ensure successful delivery and management of single or multiple projects as assigned by the Director of Project Management.

In this highly collaborative environment, communication across organizational units within IT, managers, and functional administrators is essential in support of project management.

The successful candidate should possess a strong desire for tackling new challenges on a daily basis.

Why Join Us :

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off vacation, sick, and holidays.

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What You’ll Need to Succeed :

Minimum Qualifications :

Requires a bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience. This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by the hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Masters’ degree from an accredited institution (preferred in computer science, information systems, business administration or related field)
  • Two or more years in higher education project management role
  • ITIL Foundations, PMP, and Lean 6 Sigma Certifications desired

Other Requirements :

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
  • Demonstrated experience in successful project planning
  • Excellent facilitation, collaboration, and presentation skills
  • Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Ability to relate to diverse community of students, staff, and faculty
  • Strong analytical and attention to detail skills
  • High level of energy, enthusiasm, and ability to be innovative and creative
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a collaborate team environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • 30+ days ago
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