Job Information
University of Utah Senior IT Project Manager in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 03/05/2024
Requisition Number PRN37844B
Job Title IT Project Manager Sr.
Working Title Senior IT Project Manager
Job Grade G
FLSA Code Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday with some late night or weekends depending on the project.
VP Area President
Department 00336 - KUEN/Utah Education Network
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $123,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Utah Education and Telehealth Network ( UETN ), a state operated broadband and education technology provider for K20 education, libraries, healthcare, and research throughout Utah is seeking a Senior Information Technology (IT) Project Manager.
This senior position is responsible for the development and end-to-end project management of UETN sponsored and/or UETN supported technical projects.
The project manager will work directly with project sponsors, UETN administration, network engineering, network operations, network security, field operations, information technology asset management ( ITAM ), security, enterprise and systems, UETN stakeholders, Utah’ telecommunication service providers, technology vendors, and contractors.
Core projects include the implementation of new fiber optic based broadband services, layer 2/3 network upgrades, fiber optic transport improvements, and the transition of broadband services between providers, to include network backbone and last mile circuits. Projects also include UETN stakeholder data center relocations and upgrades, UETN Point-of-Prescense (PoP) site improvements, and projects that require the ability to breakdown and map the necessary project components, resources, processes, and schedule in a collaborative environment with project team members. These projects may be from 12 to 18 months in duration.
Other projects may include but not limited to video and voice service upgrades and/or refresh, stakeholder network and infrastructure redesign projects, surveillance, and environmental monitoring. May also manage the network and logistic components to support the live broadcast of local congressional debates originating from Utah’s university and college campuses.
Will work often with senior technical managers, administrators, and technical staff, and will be expected to manage project deliverables, milestones, and deadlines, while managing time and limiting meeting requirements for project team members.
This senior IT Project Manager will have a primary focus on large, complex and time sensitive broadband network and infrastructure projects, data center moves, and network upgrades. Some projects will be 18 to 12 months in duration.
Position will also serve as a UETN Technical Advocate for a region or service area within Utah to ensure UETN is anticipating and supporting the needs of its stakeholders. This role will require attending monthly or quarterly meeting meetings, and documenting and communicating stakeholder priorities as UETN establishes priorities, and defines annual broadband requirements and improvements.
Position will be required to participate as a team/committee member in large broadband procurement RFP preparation and reviews.
Position will be expected to learn and understand FCC E-rate requirements as it applies to the management of E-rate funded project.
Responsibilities
Work with senior technical managers, administrators, and technical staff, on the management of project deliverables, milestones, and deadlines.
Focus on large, complex and time sensitive broadband network and infrastructure projects, data center moves, and network upgrades. Some projects will be 18 to twelve months in duration.
Support of additional projects as necessary to include but not limited to video and voice service upgrades and/or refresh, stakeholder network and infrastructure redesign projects, and wireless projects.
Work directly with each project sponsor, UETN administration, network engineering, network operations, network security, field operations, information technology asset management ( ITAM ), security, enterprise and systems, UETN stakeholders, Utah’ telecommunication service providers, technology vendors, and contractors.
Work and collaborate with UETN’s project management team
Must plan, organize, integrate, and manage cross-functional teams to successfully complete information technology projects that are significant in scope and impact.
Follow and support project management best practices.
Must be able to work in a hybrid environment requiring working onsite in UETN’s offices as needed.
Must work well under pressure with changing priorities and ongoing time constraints.
Must be personable, collaborative and at ease working with others in a fast paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and at least 7 years of experience in the field or related area.
Project Management Professional ( PMP ) Certification may be required depending on area of assignment.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Project Management Professional ( PMP ) certification preferred.
Demonstrated telecommunications, wide-area-network ( WAN ), and/or information technology experience.
Must work within the Wasatch Front with ability to participate in internal UETN in-person meetings, stakeholder meetings and on-site surveys.
Ability to lead new projects and kick-offs effectively breaking down and organizing projects with team members.
Ability to engage managers and their staff as subject-matter-experts ( SME ) as part of project development and management.
Must plan, organize, integrate, and manage cross-functional teams to successfully complete information technology projects that are significant in scope and impact.
Plan, organize, and manage all phases of the project to ensure it remains in scope, on-time and within budget when complete.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have strong facilitation and meeting management skills.
Experience utilizing project management tools and processes to include Wrike and Jira.
Experience utilizing additional IT communication, management, and resource tools.
As assigned, lead or assist in the planning, implementation, and introduction of projects for new systems, networks, and technologies.
Must be able to work within fast fast-paced environment managing multiple projects.
Experience with grant funded projects.
Must be available to travel as needed.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
About UETN : Utah Education and Telehealth Network provides network and IT Solutions for Educational institutions (Higher Education, K12, Libraries and Other (Zoo, Aquarium)) throughout Utah. This position is integral in providing systems and services to all UETN Stakeholders. UETN is housed on the University of Utah campus in the Eccles Broadcast Center, UETN employees are U of U staff and received all of the same benefits listed below.
About the University of Utah : Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home toarts and museum venuesand a member of thePac-12 Conference.Skiing and snowboarding opportunitiesare a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities frombiking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to theUtah Symphony and Opera,Ballet West,professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.
University of Utah Benefits
·Health, dental, and wellness coverage
Automatic and immediately vested14.2% employer contributionto personal retirement account (401a)
Freepublic transportation pass(Utah Transit Authority)
·Paid leave time
·Reduced tuition benefits for employee and family members
- More information:https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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