Job Description

epartment:
The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) has approximately 85 full time staff members and 100 undergraduate or graduate students that work each day to support the mission of UMBC through the delivery of IT services to the campus. DoIT provides robust, secure IT environments that enable solutions for advancing the UMBC community. We do this through a staff of technology professionals that are connected both nationally and to UMBC.

Position Overview:
The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) is seeking an IT Project Specialist for the Project Management Office (PMO). Working closely with DoIT staff and campus stakeholders, this person plays a pivotal role in driving project success for key IT initiatives. This position, reporting to the IT Project Manager, will manage IT projects related to our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, vendor-led system implementations, and other key IT initiatives.

Why Work at UMBC?
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $63,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework:
A hybrid telework schedule may be available for 2-3 days per week.

Responsibilities:
This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, from DoIT teams to other campus divisions, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with UMBC’s strategic goals. You'll also leverage and enhance our project management tools and contribute to effective communication across the university.

Specific responsibilities include:

Overseeing the complete project lifecycle, from planning and execution to successful completion.
Ensuring projects meet scope, timeline, and budget requirements.
Developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans, risk registers, and tracking progress for both waterfall and agile projects.
Collaborating with IT teams and campus stakeholders to triage new initiatives, complete project discovery, and ensure communication is maintained with stakeholders and project sponsors.
Assisting in the design, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Smartsheet, UMBC’s project management tool.
Supporting communications related to IT projects.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to Project Management or Information Technology

1 year of experience working in higher education, information technology, project management, or related area.
Note: A Masters degree in a related field may be substituted for the one year of experience requirement.

Strong communication skills in working with a variety of roles across campus.

Ability to work with administrators, faculty, staff, and students

Strong customer service orientation

Ability to communicate effectively with internal and/or external constituents

Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels as well as to work collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree, preferably in a field related to Project Management or Information Technology

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or similar project management certification(s)
2-3 years of experience working in higher education, information technology or project management

Knowledge of and/or experience working with project management methodologies, including traditional waterfall, Agile, Scrum, etc.
Understanding of ERP systems and cloud computing

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrates time management and priority-setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality with a high level of accuracy and dependability

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while simultaneously handling multiple priorities

Possesses a high degree of initiative and ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion

Background Screening Statement:
A background check will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Upload a cover letter and a resume.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Benefits:
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

22 Days of Annual Leave
15 Days of Sick Leave
15 Holidays
3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:

8 credit hours per semester at UMBC
Additional Benefits:

Life and disability insurance
Professional development opportunities
Wellness opportunities
& Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.

Salary:
Salary: $63,000 to $71,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.