IT Project Manager I

The IT Project Manager I is responsible for managing and providing project management training for university cross-institutional initiatives and executive-level projects. The position combines managerial responsibilities with in-depth, hands-on project management and training expertise. Work typically involves identifying, understanding, and managing the business impact of projects, while fostering strategic planning and coordination of information technology projects.

The position is responsible for providing leadership in project portfolio management; project management training and development; IT governance protocols; developing and coordinating performance metrics, measurement dashboards, and assessment structure; and ensuring quality assurance and compliance with the following entities: Winston-Salem State University's 2023-30 Strategic Plan, the International Organization for Standardization ( ISO-27000), and the Project Management Institute ( PMI).

The position works closely with all information technology units and university partners to ensure proper planning, coordination, and communication. Therefore, customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with all types of customers are critical to the success of this position.

Elva Jones Computer Science Building Suite 1200

M-F 8am-5pm

Graduation from a 4-year institution with a degree in Computer Science or a closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution and 0-2 years of experience in IT project management or technical project management related work. A combination of experience and education will be considered.

Must possess an understanding of the following:

* Providing leadership for planning, developing, and implementing information technology strategic initiatives.

* Leading the development of comprehensive enterprise projects collaboratively with IT and University partners.

* Developing, tracking, analyzing, and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess technological project performance and the reporting of results.

* Leading process improvement initiatives and working in a consultative and collaborative fashion with other business owners and strategic business partners.

* Overseeing cross-institutional governance protocols and executive-level projects, fostering strategic partnerships in achieving enterprise-wide goals and objectives.

* Master's degree with 3-5 years of higher education experience working with faculty, staff, and students in higher education.

* Project Management Professional ( PMP) certification or closely related project or quality improvement certification(s).

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Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Winston Salem State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran and National Guard.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.