Project Manager II - University of North Texas System

Title: Project Manager II

Employee Classification: Project Manager II

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers

Department: HSC-Inst for Health Disparities-300220

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Based on experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Institute for Health Disparities (IHD) conducts research, training and community outreach in the areas of minority health, health disparities and workforce diversity. Constituting the IHD are the Texas Center for Health Disparities, National Research Mentoring Network, Texas CEAL Consortium, Diversity Training Programs, AIM-AHEAD and the NIMHD Endowment.

Position Overview

The PMP Certified Project Manager II will work under the guidance of Research Enterprise Solutions Director who is also AIM-AHEAD PMO Officer (Director) in an institute within the UNT Hsc, supported by extra-mural funds.. The incumbent will work for a federally funded program called AIM-AHEAD which has nationwide focus and visibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business or a related field and five (5) years experience managing institutional wide projects, and working with project management related tools, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Organized with attention to detail.
• Time management and time sensitivity is extremely important for this national program.
• Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of project management principles and planning.
• Thorough understanding of information procedures and practices as it applies to program/project management.
• Proficient with, or able to quickly become proficient with AIM-AHEAD initiatives and expectations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project or any equivalent PPM tool. Experience with web-based PPM tool would be a bonus but not required
• Develops and manages a detailed project schedules and work plans using MS Project and/or other PPM tools. Knowledge and experience with a web-based PPM tool is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to motivate groups of people to complete efforts in a timely manner.
• Must be able to multitask and juggle conflicting priorities
• Have a flexible mindset to adapt to changes easily
• Highly self-motivated and fast learner of any new PM process, tools and techniques and train others
• Gets work completed with minimal direction and supervision
• Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and is extremely resourceful
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer or Information Science-related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of program/project management
• Minimum of 2 PPM tools experience is required

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• PMP certification is a must

Job Duties:

• Manages assigned projects/activities to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope of project in a non-IT organization. Identifies PM processes to organize projects into stages with realistic timelines 
• Develops and manages detailed project schedules and work plans using MS Project and/or other PPM tools. Knowledge and experience with a web-based PPM tool is a plus, but not required. 
• Develops, maintains, and revises proposals for assigned projects including project objectives, technologies, timelines, funding, and resources. 
• Sets and tracks project milestones; manages and accounts for unforeseen delays, then realigns schedules and expectations as needed. Engages in contingency planning discussions and efforts. 
• Establishes and implements risk and mitigation plans, communication plans, stakeholder management plans and provides status updates consistently. 
• Collects, analyzes, and summarizes information and trends as needed to prepare status reports and KPIs. 
• Provides periodic updates to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress using consistent reporting methods.
• Utilizes PM techniques to create communications matrix, risk matrix and stakeholder registry for Cores within the Coordinating Center. 

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

N/A

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.