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University of Georgia

Project Manager

University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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Classification Title: Project Management Pro-IT I FLSA: Exempt FTE: 1.00 Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: CAPM / PMP preferred. CAPM or PMP required within 6 months of employment date. Position Summary

The UGA Office of Institutional Research seeks a motivated and highly organized Project Manager to support internal and institution-wide projects and business processes. The OIR Project Manager will apply industry standard project management principles and practices to ensure successful project delivery and efficient management of ongoing business processes. Duties include planning, implementing, monitoring, documenting, and communicating projects and processes for the office. This position requires a track record of project management, and exemplary collaboration and communication skills. The Project Manager will join a dynamic team of analysts and data scientists in OIR and will interact with colleagues across the UGA campus. Duties/Responsibilities

Project Management Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and requirements Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, dependencies, risks, and resource needs to ensure successful project delivery Coordinate meetings, project activities, and communications to ensure tasks are completed within established deadlines Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies as needed Develop and maintain standard project management documentation Facilitate clear and effective communication among project teams, stakeholders, and campus groups Percentage of time: 45% Business Process Management Oversee and optimize existing business processes within the Office of Institutional Research Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness Collaborate with team members to document and communicate standardized procedures Identify and monitor office performance indicators and make recommendations for process enhancements Support intra and extra-office communication, including office meeting planning and OIR website maintenance Represent the office in organizational groups as appropriate Percentage of time: 45% Other related duties as assigned. Percentage of time: 10% Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Attention to detail and accuracy Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage workflow of simultaneous projects Ability to work independently and as part of team Physical Demands

Normal office environment Security and Compliance

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access? Yes EEO and Policies

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details available in USG policy documents at the provided links. Freedom of Expression is supported as stated in Policy 6.5.

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