IT Project Manager III

35% Stakeholder Engagement: Serves as the primary liaison between clients, technical teams, vendors, and senior leadership to ensure alignment of goals and priorities. Partners with key leaders to define project approach, scope, and deliverables. Develops and maintains realistic project plans covering schedule, quality, risk, and communication. Tracks progress and dependencies, proactively addressing issues and keeping stakeholders informed. Builds strong, collaborative relationships that foster trust and accountability across departments.

10% Governance and Process Improvement: Ensures adherence to institutional policies, standards, and documentation requirements. Promotes governance practices that improve visibility, reporting, and project tracking. Contributes to the refinement of project management tools, templates, and workflows, advancing the maturity and consistency of IT delivery practices.

10% Applies SAFe and Agile methodologies to improve delivery efficiency, visibility, and responsiveness to change. Collaborates with Product Management to ensure continuous improvement in planning, execution, and feedback loops. Promotes iterative delivery, transparent communication, and the use of metrics to assess and refine project outcomes.

5% Mentorship: Provides direction, guidance, and mentorship to cross-functional project teams. Champions the use of modern tools, data-informed decision-making, and iterative improvement practices that strengthen both project and product outcomes. Contributes to the professional growth of peers and fosters a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

5% Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Business or Information Systems.
Six (6) years in any occupation in related positions with IT project management, leading large-scale Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing initiatives experience .
Six (6) years in any occupation in related positions with IT project management, leading large-scale Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing initiatives experience must include: Four (4) years of experience applying Project Management Professional (PMP) methodology; Four (4) years of experience in Product Management in Networking; Experience with Project Management Tools; and Experience with Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing.

ALTERNATE EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Employer will accept a Masters in Business or Information Systems and Four (4) years of experience in any occupation in related positions with IT project management, leading large-scale Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing initiatives experience. Must have skills listed above.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.