Project Manager - Gies College of Business

Project Manager - Gies College of Business

Information Technology Partners

Job Summary

This position will work within the IT Partners application and data systems team to help develop requirements and project briefs, track project schedules and milestones, manage day-to-day project tracking, and communicate and coordinate with Gies stakeholders and IT Partners technical professionals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Project Management for Application and Data Systems Development, Business Process Improvement, Data Initiatives, and Digital Communication Platforms
  
  •Help gather and develop project requirements and project briefs
  •Coordinate and participate in project meetings and retrospectives
  •Manage project and milestone tracking within project management software
  •Monitor and track project progress, scope changes, and requests for new development
  •Collaborate closely with Associate Director of IT Partners to plan new development and ensure projects are appropriately resourced and on schedule
  
  
• Client and Team Communication
  
  •Facilitate day-to-day project communication with Gies clients and ITP development and data teams
  •Collaborate with Associate Director IT Partners to facilitate regular project updates and meet client needs
  •Report on project status and progress
  
  
• Project Documentation
  
  •Ensure that all projects are properly documented and recorded in IT Partners tracking systems
  •Complete documentation for opening and closing new projects
  •Document new project requests

Specialty Factors

Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience in project/program management.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in managing technical or data systems projects
Project Management Professional certification or equivalent
Experience with project management software

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of standard project management processes and approaches
• Familiarity with the software development life cycle process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Thrives working with diverse clients and colleagues in a dynamic environment

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5010 - Business/Administrative Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon aspossible after the search close date. Salary is competitive and commensuratewith qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Thebudgeted salary range for the position is $65,000 to $70,000.  Professional development and other advancementopportunities are also available. Sponsorship for work authorization is notavailable for this position.

The University of Illinois offers a widevariety of benefits, including paid leave and holidays: 

https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits
https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave
https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave/holidays 

For more information about Gies Business, visit https://inside.giesbusiness.illinois.edu/work-at-gies.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 8, 2024. Applyfor this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of thisposting, and upload your cover letter, resume (months and years of employmentmust be included), and names and contact information for three professionalreferences. Please remember to include specific information on how you meet thequalifications of the position in your resume, including all relevantexperience. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact rgoben@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1026527
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu