Junior Project Manager

Contract Term 

Effective immediately through June 30, 2026 (with extension options) 

Project Scope & Context

This role will sit within the Project Management Office (PMO). The Junior PM will act as a pivotal coordinator across the university’s project portfolios, ensuring that technology implementations are executed at the highest quality. A key component of this role involves navigating the Technology Request and internal intake processes to ensure technology needs are evaluated and met.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and track project activities to ensure successful implementation and high-quality deliverables for university clients.
• Process, evaluate, and coordinate Technology Requests and evaluation processes within the project portfolios.
• Work in close collaboration with product-specific Managers, Directors, external vendors, and stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Assist other Project Managers on their respective projects and contribute to the continuous improvement of the PMO’s tools and processes.
• Report directly into the IT PMO while maintaining transparency across the entire portfolio.

Logistics & Candidate Alignment

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm EST.
• Experience Level: Junior-level (ideal for those with 1–3 years of experience who can work collaboratively in an academic IT environment).
• Skills: Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple intake processes, and a collaborative mindset for a multi-stakeholder environment.