IT Project Manager Contract

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest
private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school
consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that
provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach
to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who
named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia.
The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities.
With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect
place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and
tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities,
supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job
Title
IT Project Manager

Job Profile Title
Information Technology Project Leader Senior

Job
Description Summary
Information Systems & Computing (ISC) is the University of Pennsylvania’s central IT organization, providing
the core network, data, voice, video, and enterprise application infrastructure and services upon which Penn’s numerous Schools and Centers
build their unique tools and capabilities.

ISC’s 300-plus employees work closely with the University’s IT organizations in order to
create, deliver and support products and services that help Schools and Centers operate efficiently and effectively. We strive to be easy to
work with, and to serve as a trusted advisor to Penn’s IT community, faculty, staff and students in support of an environment of discovery
and progress.

ISC’s focus on customer service and the high-quality, cost-effective, reliable implementation of modern IT solutions
advances the mission of the University, as well as that of each individual School and Center. At Penn, technological freedom and
departmental autonomy represent dearly held core values. ISC supports those ideas by providing foundational services and cogent counsel,
empowering individuals and departments to employ their distinct strengths in support of their goals.

Learn more about us by visiting
https://www.isc.upenn.edu/about
or
www.linkedin.com/company/penn-information-systems-computing/ .

Are you an experienced IT Project Manager with a
passion for driving organizational efficiency? We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our dynamic team and lead
exciting, impactful projects that will shape the future of our IT organization and Penn. This leadership role combines project management
expertise with knowledge of strategic planning, service delivery, process improvement, and change management principles. As a IT Project
Manager of Organizational Effectiveness, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by spearheading the successful planning,
execution, and delivery of projects.

The successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams at all
levels of the organization to gather requirements, define scope, and establish realistic project implementation methods and timelines. This
includes allocating resources, developing and managing project budgets, leading project teams of 5-30 members, and sourcing and developing
strategic relationships with members of the president, provost and executive vice president offices

Job
Description

Job Responsibilities

Project Management

Lead the planning, coordination, and oversee the
execution of assigned projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define scope, and establish
realistic timelines. This includes allocating resources, budgets, identifying dependencies, risks, and constraints. Ensure that tasks are
completed on time and within established standards.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation including project plans,
status reports, meeting minutes and change requests. Prepare and deliver comprehensive project status updates to stakeholders and project
team members, highlighting achievements, challenges, and next steps.

Strategic Planning and Implementation

Partner with the
university’s Office of the CIO and university and academic stakeholders to develop and maintain strategic IT plans. Engage with stakeholders
to identify priorities, set goals, and develop action plans to drive strategic initiatives. Develop and implement processes to report on
progress via scheduled updates to internal and external university stakeholders.

Process Assessment and Improvement

Lead the
development and implementation of process assessments and improvements. This can include reducing the time needed to perform certain
functions, cutting costs, or enhancing the quality of a service or standard operating
procedure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, business administration, or a
  related field and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• A minimum of 3-5
  years’ experience in managing high-level, complex projects – preferred in an information technology setting
• Outstanding time
  management and organizational skills, must be able to work independently
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution
  abilities.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver projects on time
  and within budget.
• Proficient in change management principles and techniques, with the ability to drive successful
  change.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all
  levels.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP or Agile are preferred.

Job Location – City,
State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Information Systems and Computing

Pay
Range
$74,476.00 – $135,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills,
and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade
profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race,
color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran
status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional
job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University
Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral
  health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending
  accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn’s
  exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children
  are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you
  save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis.
  Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a
  substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal
  affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care
  Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care
  insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you
  apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family
  members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is
  committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide
  variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and
  Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and
  professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University
  resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit
  our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music
  or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn
  community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for
  free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals
  for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships
  to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors,
  cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer
  creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of
  non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for
  eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home
  improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal
  adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please
visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennH
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