Job Description

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. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

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
How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

Letter of application describing your experience.
Resume
Names and contact information for 3 references.