Position title: IT Project Manager, Project Manager
Position #: JR104855
This position is available
within the University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).
The role of the Project Manager within the Division of
Information Technology (DIT) is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring
resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to
plan. The Project Manager will also assist in defining the project's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.
This position will have primary responsibility for managing the University's recurring Classroom Technology Upgrades initiative,
coordinating planning and implementation across DIT, campus partners, vendors, and contractors.
This role will support project
planning, scheduling, stakeholder communication, issue and risk tracking, vendor coordination, equipment tracking, receipt and inventory
management, and the successful delivery of classroom technology upgrades in coordination with campus partners.
As a member of the
Project Management Office, the Project Manager may also manage other projects and contribute to PMO initiatives based on organizational
priorities and capacity. In addition to managing internal and/or external projects, the Project Manager will support the continuous
improvement cycle of the PMO. Activities may include identifying opportunities and facilitating improvements, creating or updating PMO
assets, overseeing and/or supporting PMO service delivery, facilitating training of other DIT staff or students, attendance and facilitation
of Community of Practice sessions, and/or other improvement or support efforts led by the PMO.
**This position is considered
essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather
emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work
evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 25
pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move
objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close
visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal or
extensive reading. Work is performed in an office environment, on campus, and in the field. Required ability to work on-site, including in a
construction site environment and have the ability to work in adverse conditions created as a result of construction. Required ability to
wear and work in personal protective equipment. Work requires operating a state vehicle to travel within Baltimore/Washington.
Licenses/ Certifications: Valid driver's license
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university.
Experience: Five (5) years of professional information technology project management
experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4)
years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of project management practices and
continuous improvement processes. - Skill in written and oral communication.
- Skill at conducting research into project-related
issues and products. - Skill in organization and attention to detail. Ability to facilitate project planning activities and document
outcomes in project charter for approval. - Ability to build a project plan (preferably in Smartsheet or related PM
software). - Ability to identify, document and escalate project risks, issues, action items and decisions in a manner which keeps
momentum on those with project impacts. - Ability to facilitate project meetings by setting agendas, keeping participants on task, and
recapping action items and decisions. - Ability to and experience with working both independently and in a team-oriented,
collaborative environment. - Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving
capabilities. - Ability to react to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
- Ability to effectively
prioritize and execute tasks.
Additional Job Details
Preferences:
- Agile Scrum Master
Certificate; - Project Management Professional Certificate;
- Classroom technology, AV, construction coordination, or higher
education project experience
* Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of Three
References
- Best Consideration Date: September 17, 2026.
- Salary Range: $122,320 -
$146,784
Remote Work: Please note that
all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD
location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa Sponsorship Information: DIT will not sponsor the
successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this
position.
Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required: Yes. For more information
on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department: DIT-Enterprise Planning
and Continuous Improvement
Worker Sub-Type: Staff Regular
Benefits Summary: For more information on Regular
Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks: Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a
background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse
decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information.
The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information
reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility: The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting
documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to
demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe
set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement: The University of Maryland, College
Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the
University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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