Project/Program Manager-13196
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ATTENTION:
The Instructional, Communication, and Information Technology (ICIT) Department seeks a Project/Program Manager.
JOB DETAILS:
Reporting to the Director of Application Development, this position will be responsible for performing Project and Program Management functions, process modeling, data analysis as well as functional requirements gathering and documentation within the University.
As a Project Manager, this position will be taking care of the IT project portfolio, making sure to apply the appropriate blending of conventional PM techniques and Agile/Scrum framework in order to create a comprehensive picture of initiatives, workload and resource utilization. The Project Manager will interact with stakeholders and project team members on a day to day basis to successfully deliver expected outcomes.
As a Program Manager, this position will partner with the different departments in the University to capture, model, document, implement and deliver strategic initiatives for enterprise-level programs in alignment with the IT Senior Leadership’s plan. The Program Manager role will be responsible for generating proactive involvement of the appropriate resources to successfully implement and resolve higher level service issues, build products roadmaps, as well as maintaining contracts and relationships with vendors.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
- Five (5) years of project management experience.
- Solid understanding of software development life cycle models and ERP systems fundamentals.
- Prior experience with SCRUM/Agile framework with enterprise-level application development projects.
- Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands.
- Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information efficiently.
- Ability to translate and document business requirement into technical tasks.
- Program management experience leading large programs that involve significant business change.
- Experience managing vendor agreements and tracking service levels.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills, experience interacting with both business and IT individuals at all levels.
- Creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to focus on details while maintaining the “big picture” view.
- Ability to manage large technology initiative with distributed teams.
Highly Desired:
- Agile Project Management tools (JIRA)
- Previous Higher Education experience.
- Oracle Campus Solutions.
A. 50% Project Management
A1. Manage stakeholder’s communications and expectations.
A2. Determine scope, budget and timelines/schedule for the projects.
A3. Identify, communicate and create risks management plans for each initiative.
A4. Play the role of a Scrum Master on Agile teams, be a process custodian and be responsible for removing obstacles that team faces on a day to day basis.
A5. Work with product owners and Agile team members to lead/facilitate all Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily standups, sprint review and retrospectives.
A6. Ensure backlog grooming is done in a timely manner well ahead of sprint planning.
A7. Ensure successfully delivery of all the project assigned in a timely manner.
A8. Prepare and deliver presentations to report project status to managers, directors, teams, campus leaders or regulatory bodies as requested.
A9. Deliver oral presentations regarding initiatives, employee roles, responsibilities and timelines.
A10. Ensure project records are appropriately documented and archived.
B. 45% Program Management
B1. Work with Stakeholders to define objectives, strategies and measurable outcomes for our enterprise applications making sure they are in alignment with the IT/Campus initiatives.
B2. Lead efforts in analyzing, collecting, and prioritizing requirements, negotiating, prioritizing and escalating as appropriate.
B3. Develop program(s) strategy and road map with input from different teams, and sets expectations with sponsors and stakeholders on deliverables.
B4. Responsible for development and implementation of assigned program(s) including change management process.
B5. Work in partnership with department/IT leaders and vendors to obtain necessary resources at the appropriate time, level, and expertise to complete the projects that are required to support the program(s).
B6. Provide regular status updates to leadership teams.
B7. Monitor and mitigate projects/program(s) risks.
B8. Manage vendor relationships, licensing and contracts to assure the appropriate level of service and deliverables on time and on budget.
B9. Provide students, faculty, and staff with technology resources that support the University's mission of providing education, conducting research, and advancing engagement.
B10. Be a liaison between IT and the departments for assessing, selecting and implementing third party tools in order to attend the customer’s needs making sure they are aligned to technical and compliance requirements of the University.
C. 5% Miscellaneous Duties
C1. Assist management with the preparation of annual goals.
C2. Participate in professional development activities identified to enhance job skills.
C3. Will be an active participant in the following of safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
C4. Other duties as assigned.
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a regional comprehensive university with an enrollment of more than 12,000 students. UW-Whitewater has reached record enrollment four of the last five years and offers 50 majors in four colleges. UW-Whitewater also offers 15 master's degree programs and recently added a Doctorate of Business Administration. UW-Whitewater students achieve excellence in the classroom and on the playing field. In the 2014-15 Academic Year, UW-Whitewater was the first university in NCAA history at any level to win national championships in football, basketball and baseball in a single year. The campus offers more than 200 student organizations and is a vital economic engine for southeastern Wisconsin. UW- Whitewater is situated on 400 acres of land and has an annual budget of more than $219 million. - See more at: http://www.uww.edu/news
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System. Located in a community of 14,622 residents near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.
SPECIAL NOTES:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and all veterans.
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants for positions may indicate in writing that his or her identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statues 19.36 (7)(a).
The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
UW-Whitewater conducts criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.
For UW-W Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by JULY 16, 2017 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.
For questions regarding the position please contact:
Kathy Rettmann
Office Associate
262-472-7790
icithr@uww.edu
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. A complete application includes online submission of the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three Professional References
The Job ID is: 13196
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