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Senior Project Manager - WGU Academy

Western Governors University
life insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
3949 South 700 East (Show on map)
Dec 01, 2025
If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career. Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families. The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Grade: Professional 312 Pay Range: $106,700.00 - $165,400.00 Job Description Senior Project Manager Salt Lake City, Utah At Western Governors University (WGU), we're committed to transforming higher education through innovation and accessibility. Join a team that thrives on collaboration, flexibility, and a student-obsessed mindset. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives that impact thousands of learners nationwide. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with departmental priorities and WGU's mission. You'll mentor project managers, influence change, and deliver results that shape the future of education. What You'll Do * Manage all phases of assigned projects, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing * Develop realistic project plans and schedules that align with organizational priorities and resource requirements * Monitor and report project status, risks, and milestone achievements to stakeholders and leadership * Maintain accurate project records and produce timely reports * Collaborate cross-functionally to promote a positive, student-focused environment * Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to project managers and associate project managers * Influence team actions to align with departmental strategies and priorities What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of related experience, or Master's degree with 4+ years, or Doctorate with 2+ years * Degree in Engineering, Management, Project Management, or Business Management from an accredited institution * Minimum 7 years of professional experience in large, distributed organizations (500+ employees) * Proven expertise in Project and Change Management, including theory and implementation * Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills * Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment * Proficiency in project management tools and software Bonus Points if You Have * PMP certification or equivalent * Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification * Experience with Asana, Lucidchart, and Salesforce * Familiarity with higher education processes and accreditation terms Experience in lieu of education Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. What to Expect At WGU, our mission drives everything we do-including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations, practical problem-solving, and authentic collaboration. We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission. If selected, you'll hear from a recruiter or hiring manager who will guide you through the process and help you know what to expect at each stage. We aim to communicate decisions promptly and respectfully. Here's what that typically looks like: * Introductory call: We'll walk you through who we are at WGU and learn about your relevant experience * First phone interview with recruiter * Second video interview with hiring manager * Third video interview with leadership team Work Location This is a full-time, in-office position at WGU's office in Salt Lake City, Utah. While we welcome talented applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this specific role. We're looking forward to getting to know you and seeing how you think, collaborate, and build. Welcome to WGU. #LI-AW2 Position & Application Details Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave. How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday. Additional Information Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.