Senior Project Manager - University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
About the Job
Senior Project Manager
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Job Summary
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and implementation of new business processes and a technology platform to improve the student experience in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. The new platform will be designed to enhance the undergraduate student experience by providing personalized content to enhance and connect students with U-M and LSA resources as they work through recruiting, advising, degree requirement progress, job and intern placement, and other holistic support. You will work with university and college administrators, faculty, staff, and students to ensure the processes and platform meet institutional goals and support the university's mission of student success. You will report to the Executive Director for Organizational and Strategic Initiatives in LSA Undergrad Education.
Who We Are
About the University
Our university is an inclusive, student-focused institution committed to excellence in teaching, learning, research, and service. We offer transformative education aligned with the academic excellence of the University of Michigan and rooted in a deep commitment to metropolitan Detroit. Our diverse and inclusive campus community engages meaningfully with local industry, government, and nonprofits.
Why Work at Michigan?
Benefits at the University of Michigan
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
+ Generous time off
+ A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
+ Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
+ Life insurance
+ Long-term disability coverage
+ Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Responsibilities*
+ Lead cross-functional and cross-organizational people and a newly formed project team to ensure successful project completion for transforming student success programs.
+ Assemble project teams, identify resources and roles, and create implementation plans and timelines.
+ Demonstrate and promote the values and ethics of the organization while building cooperative relationships across the college and university.
+ Provide strategic advice and tactical solutions on project planning and execution.
+ Plan and manage the solution evaluation process to evaluate new technology platform solution options.
+ Stay current with relevant technological advances through training, research, and professional development.
Required Qualifications*
+ Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Demonstrated experience leading team members to meet project goals with process, service, and technology changes.
+ Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, including responsibilities requiring confidentiality, stakeholder management, prioritization, troubleshooting, and independent work.
+ Expertise in developing communication plans for varied audiences from less experienced team members to executives
Desired Qualifications*
+ Project Management Professional (PMP) certified.
+ Experience with student information and/or customer relationship management technologies and/or systems (e.g. Salesforce CRM, DegreeWorks, etc.).
+ Experience with Agile or Lean project methodologies.
+ Experience managing solution evaluation processes.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Additional Information
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visitlsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei (https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.html) .
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision .
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
255503
Working Title
Senior Project Manager
Job Title
Project Senior Manager
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Of Lsa
Department
LSA Dean: Undergrad. Education
Posting Begin/End Date
10/10/2024 - 10/31/2024
Salary
$88,000.00 - $110,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
Apply Now
Apply Now
Job Summary
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and implementation of new business processes and a technology platform to improve the student experience in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. The new platform will be designed to enhance the undergraduate student experience by providing personalized content to enhance and connect students with U-M and LSA resources as they work through recruiting, advising, degree requirement progress, job and intern placement, and other holistic support. You will work with university and college administrators, faculty, staff, and students to ensure the processes and platform meet institutional goals and support the university's mission of student success. You will report to the Executive Director for Organizational and Strategic Initiatives in LSA Undergrad Education.
Who We Are
About the University
Our university is an inclusive, student-focused institution committed to excellence in teaching, learning, research, and service. We offer transformative education aligned with the academic excellence of the University of Michigan and rooted in a deep commitment to metropolitan Detroit. Our diverse and inclusive campus community engages meaningfully with local industry, government, and nonprofits.
Why Work at Michigan?
Benefits at the University of Michigan
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
+ Generous time off
+ A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
+ Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
+ Life insurance
+ Long-term disability coverage
+ Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Responsibilities*
+ Lead cross-functional and cross-organizational people and a newly formed project team to ensure successful project completion for transforming student success programs.
+ Assemble project teams, identify resources and roles, and create implementation plans and timelines.
+ Demonstrate and promote the values and ethics of the organization while building cooperative relationships across the college and university.
+ Provide strategic advice and tactical solutions on project planning and execution.
+ Plan and manage the solution evaluation process to evaluate new technology platform solution options.
+ Stay current with relevant technological advances through training, research, and professional development.
Required Qualifications*
+ Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Demonstrated experience leading team members to meet project goals with process, service, and technology changes.
+ Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, including responsibilities requiring confidentiality, stakeholder management, prioritization, troubleshooting, and independent work.
+ Expertise in developing communication plans for varied audiences from less experienced team members to executives
Desired Qualifications*
+ Project Management Professional (PMP) certified.
+ Experience with student information and/or customer relationship management technologies and/or systems (e.g. Salesforce CRM, DegreeWorks, etc.).
+ Experience with Agile or Lean project methodologies.
+ Experience managing solution evaluation processes.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Additional Information
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visitlsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei (https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.html) .
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision .
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
255503
Working Title
Senior Project Manager
Job Title
Project Senior Manager
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Of Lsa
Department
LSA Dean: Undergrad. Education
Posting Begin/End Date
10/10/2024 - 10/31/2024
Salary
$88,000.00 - $110,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
Apply Now
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