Enterprise Systems Project Manager, Department of Technology Solutions – UT System

Enterprise Systems Project Manager, Department of Technology Solutions – UT System
MR 15 - The target salary for this role is $90,000 – $120,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience within the market range.
Onsite, remote or hybrid schedule.

About the UT System
The University of Tennessee is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Martin, and Pulaski; the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Space Institute at Tullahoma; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service.

The UT System has a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations, and citizens statewide.

The University of Tennessee System, through its multiple campuses and institutes, serves the people of Tennessee and beyond through the discovery, communication, and application of knowledge. The System is committed to providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional education programs in a diverse learning environment that prepares students to be leaders in a global society. The UT System’s delivery of education, discovery, outreach, and public service contributes to the economic, social, and environmental well-being of all Tennesseans.

The Opportunity
The Enterprise Systems Project Manager will play a critical role in managing complex system-wide technology projects, with an initial focus on the system-wide student solution assessment project. Manages and coordinates large-scale and highly visible projects, including the development and implementation of various objectives such as the scope of the project, financial budget, timeline, accuracy and quality of deliverables, and desired outcomes.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Project Management
  • Coordinates and manages technology projects throughout the project life-cycle.
  • Predicts risk factors and eliminates obstacles for the successful completion of the project.
  • Designs and develops a timeline for the project and appropriately delegates responsibilities to members of the team.
  • Monitors costs and calculating the number of resources for the project.
  • Provides metrics, data analytics and other progress reports to leadership on a frequent basis.
  • Manages changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs.
  • Ensures that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
  • Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation.
  • Tracks project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.

• Vendor / Stakeholder Relations

• Coordinates and manages efforts in collaboration with vendor project coordinator/manager.
• Coordinates efforts with project Change Management lead and Communications lead.
• Provides oversight, training, resources, support and clear communication to team members assigned to the project.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Enterprise Systems Project Manager will support a culture of engagement and belonging by treating others with dignity and respect at all times, and by exhibiting conduct that reflects a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The successful candidate is expected to contribute in measurable ways to the systemwide mission and fully embrace the systemwide Be One UT Values.

Qualification Statement:
Research has shown that many candidates (specifically, women and minorities) disqualify themselves from positions if they feel that they don’t meet every single qualification listed in the job description. At UTSA, we recognize that talent is not solely related to job history and that skills from personal and professional experiences are valuable but not always reflected on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive and impactful contribution at our university, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for UTSA, in this role or perhaps another.

Requirements for Qualification

The successful candidate will hold Bachelor’s Degree with prior experience overseeing or implementing a large-scale project and experience in the development of managed reports. A combination of experience and education may be used in lieu of the education requirement.

The candidate will have:

• Ability to think analytically.
• Ability to solve complex problems and to reach shared resolution.
• Ability to foster collaboration and team work.
• Proficiency in excel and other project management software.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities.
• Demonstrated skills in applying project management principles, methods and practices.
• Effective leadership skills and the ability to delegate responsibilities and to hold others accountable.

Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Management or business related field and will have:

• Project Management Certification.
• Demonstrated experience within the higher education industry.
• Prior experience with student system process design and/or system implementations.
• Knowledge of cloud-based enterprise and/or student solutions.
• Demonstrated skill in researching and analyzing complex problems and developing innovative solutions.
• Ability to effectively advise senior-level management.
• The ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships across the organization.
• Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to understand and oversee technical design and implementation.

Application Process
For full consideration applications should be accompanied by a letter of interest, resume and three references. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Compensation for the position will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience within the market range.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. For more information on the University of Tennessee’s benefits, visit https://hr.tennessee.edu/benefits/