PROJECT MANAGER at Arizona State University

Project Manager

Arizona State University

Business and Finance Communications Group

Campus: Tempe

100660BR

Job Description

The Organizational Performance Office is seeking an experienced project manager with demonstrated skill in leading business operations and organizational improvement projects. Under general direction, this position leads projects that help units deliver results, improve efficiency and quality, reduce operating costs, and provides an excellent customer experience. Works closely and collaboratively with stakeholders to plan, direct, organize, and execute against project requirements; identifies and acquires necessary resources and coordinates efforts by all parties to ensure timely delivery of project outcomes in accordance with sponsoring source's expectations.

Salary Range

$70,000 - $75,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

07-May-2024

Essential Duties

• Plans, develops, implements, and manages a project team through complete task definitions and work requirement identification and assignments.
• Works closely and collaboratively with key stakeholders to define project scope, strategy, budget, and outcomes.
• Identifies critical resource expertise and targets appropriate internal and/or external sources to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Establishes and continually monitors/manages project expectations with team; assigns tasks and identifies issues for resolution to ensure optimal team effectiveness.
• Prepares and maintains all project status reports and schedules; tracks milestones/deliverables, critical paths and dependencies; re-sets expectations as needed in consideration of project progress/outcomes.
• Responds to all inquiries regarding project status; prepares and responds to all regulatory reporting/filings to ensure compliance.
• Manages, coaches, and supervises all project team members both internal and contracted to ensure optimal outcomes; builds, develops, and maintains relationships vital to project success.
• Works collaboratively with stakeholders, leadership, and other related staff to define and identify all required project infrastructure including, but not limited to: space, build/reconfiguration of facilities, equipment, technology and infrastructure to ensure timely availability for successful launch and ongoing project operations.
• Prepares all post-project reports, budget allocations and summaries/filings to ensure timely dissemination of information to all interested parties.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience; 1 of which are in project management, or any equivalent combination of experience and /or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of being a certified Project Management Professional or comparable certification.
• Evidence of being a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proficient in use of standard project management and change management practices.
• Experience developing strategies and technical specifications for projects, ability to manage complex projects.
• Experience in clarifying roles and responsibilities to ensure understanding of expectations; takes action to mitigate conflict.
• Demonstrated knowledge of process improvement tools and methods.
• Experience in coordinating and prioritizing work and activities.
• Experience in problem analysis, problem resolution and decision making.
• Experience in making effective presentations in front of large groups.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Evidence of effective communication.
• Experience in using Microsoft applications including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Experience in leading by example in communicating, participating and encouraging support of the institutions programs.
• Experience in working effectively with all levels of management and employees.
• Experience in working independently as well as within a complex structured team environment.
• Experience in preparing concise, yet detailed documents, proposals, reports and/or related materials.
• Experience in applying principles, techniques and methods of teamwork, compromise and collaboration to produce desired outcomes.
• Experience in modeling excellent customer service behaviors, demonstrating responsiveness to customers, active engagement in work efforts, resourcefulness, and flexibility. 
• Experience in stimulating changes in individual, institutional, and corporate behaviors to create a more sustainable environment. 

Working Environment

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking. Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer; bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 25 pounds. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.

Department Statement

The Office of the Executive Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer supports the New American University's vision of excellence, access and impact by effectively leading and managing its financial and business operations and developing ASU's human and capital resources.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit  https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. ASU and The Office of Business and Finance Communications Group will not provide sponsorship for employment. 

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

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