IT Project Manager

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title IT Project Manager Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology Department Scheduling Office - Nwk Overview Our mission is to create and maintain innovative, inclusive, and accessible technology-enhanced learning environments that empower students, faculty, and staff to achieve academic and professional excellence. We strive to foster collaboration, creativity, and exploration by providing cutting-edge tools, seamless technical support, and forward-thinking spaces. Aligned with Rutgers-Newark's values of diversity, equity, and social impact, we are committed to integrating technology with pedagogy and student success, ensuring that every community member has the resources they need to thrive in a dynamic learning landscape. Through continuous improvement, strategic partnerships, and community engagement, we aim to support transformative educational experiences that inspire lifelong learning and success. Posting Summary Rutgers University - Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking an IT Project Manager. Reporting to the Associate Director of Innovation & Technology, the primary role of the ITPM is to plan, coordinate and track Information Technology project initiatives and to lead technical solution implementations. The position responsibilities include and are not limited to the following: Ensures cohesiveness between Rutgers-Newark Technology and Learning Spaces (TLS, Rutgers-Newark IT (RUN -IT), and other Rutgers-Newark campus stakeholders in technical solution design, technical implementation, and overall project delivery for infrastructure, system, and application initiatives across the campus Serves as primary client liaison and provides the "bridge" between client needs and technical solutions that support those needs Responsible for financial/budget management of some projects Applies best practices in project management and technical implementation in order to deliver value-added solutions in a cost-effective manner Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at FLSA Nonexempt Grade 05 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 79013.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 99952.00 Annual Maximum Salary 120890.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor of Science (or equivalent experience) in information technology, technical project management, or a related field of study; Minimum of 5 years IT project management and IT solution implementation; Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experiential knowledge and achievement in IT project management methods and procedures; Experiential knowledge and achievement in information technologies, infrastructures, systems, and applications. Preferred Qualifications Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification; Lean six sigma training or certifications; Experience working in higher education environment. Equipment Utilized Office 365; Wrike; WebEx; Zoom; Slack/Teams; Qualtrics Physical Demands and Work Environment Climbing stairs, walking up to several block for campus meetings, commuting to off-campus locations (e.g. other campuses) as needed; A valid driver's license is required. Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 24ST2499 Posting Open Date 10/29/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-Newark Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City Newark State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. 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Created: 2024-11-05