PROJECT MANAGER II - University of Wisconsin Milwaukee : Job Details

Official Job Title PROJECT MANAGER II Working Title: Project Manager Position Number 02218366 Division Finance & Administrative Affairs Department B025000 UITS ADMINISTRATION Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff Appointment Type Fixed Renewable Pay Basis Annual Salary Grade 24 FLSA Status Exempt Percent 100% Posting Type Staff UWM Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin's second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as R1 by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.

UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here:

School/College/Division Description

Employees at UWM in the Department of University IT Services work in an innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules. If you are a motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to make a real difference with our team, community, and the campus, we encourage you to apply!

Job Summary

This position manages multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish or one large project impacting the institution at-large.

Specific responsibilities include but not limited to:

* Creates a project plan, monitors progress and performance against the project plan, and identifies, resolves, or escalates risks and issues

* Manages the activities of outside contractors to ensure they are integrated into the project and that the organization receives satisfactory standards of service

* Facilitates the estimation of project costs, resources, and time required to complete the assigned phase of a project and monitors activities, negotiates for resources, and assigns tasks to ensure these targets are met. Follows established change control processes if targets can no longer be met

* Prepares regular reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team

* Sets priorities, allocates tasks, and collaborates with project staff to meet project targets and milestones

* Mentors and coaches student staff on effective project management and other professional skills

* Provides direction to student staff in accomplishing project goals and completion of assigned tasks

* Provides leadership and direction to student staff, and delegates assignments/projects based upon analysis of their specialized abilities and expertise

Hybrid work options may be available. Work will be performed primarily on the UW-Milwaukee campus, with requests for remote work considered after the initial training period. Specifics regarding work location requirements will be discussed during the interview process.

Minimum Qualifications

* Bachelor's or advanced degree in information systems or related field by date of hire

* 5+ years of professional work experience successfully managing information technology projects to completion

* Experience using multiple project management methodologies, techniques and tools (e.g., waterfall and/or agile, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

* Formal training in project management methodologies as evidenced by a PMP certification or equivalent

* Experience working with Microsoft Project Desktop and/or Online software

* Experience working with Microsoft Power BI Reporting software

* Experience working in higher education

* Strategic planning experience

Target Salary Range $75,000 - $85,000 Benefits and Total Rewards

As part of UWM's commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life

Application Instructions

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

* A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications

* A resume

Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate's application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Apply electronically at: by the application deadline date of January 26, 2024. Questions about this position should be directed to Angelee Vang at [email protected].

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Application Deadline 01/26/2025 Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No If Continuous, Initial Review Date Position Contact Name Angelee Vang Contact Phone 414-###-#### Contact Email [email protected] Application Notes

For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message Your application has been submitted is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices

AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-###-####. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of final candidates and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) ###-#### for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Job Categories Information Technology, Project Management