Position Title: IT Project Manager
Position #: JR105304
This position is available within the
University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).
The role of the Project Manager within the Division of Information
Technology (DIT) is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and
coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The
Project Manager will also assist in defining the project's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.
This
role will support project planning, scheduling, stakeholder communication, issue and risk tracking, and vendor coordination.
As a
member of the Project Management Office, the Project Manager will manage projects and contribute to PMO initiatives based on organizational
priorities and capacity.
In addition to managing internal and/or external projects, the Project Manager will support the continuous
improvement cycle of the PMO. Activities may include identifying opportunities and facilitating improvements, creating or updating PMO
assets, overseeing and/or supporting PMO service delivery, facilitating training of other DIT staff or students, attendance and facilitation
of Community of Practice sessions, and/or other improvement or support efforts led by the PMO.
**This position is considered
essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather
emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work
evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10
pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move
objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity
to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading. Work is
primarily performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. The position
requires occasional travel to University of Maryland campus locations for meetings and other project-related activities, including the
ability to drive a state vehicle.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver's license
Minimum
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five (5)
years of professional information technology project management experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above
may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, &
ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of project management practices and continuous improvement processes.
- Skill in written and
oral communication. - Skill at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
- Skill in organization and
attention to detail. Ability to facilitate project planning activities and document outcomes in project charter for
approval. - Ability to build a project plan (preferably in Smartsheet or related PM software).
- Ability to identify, document
and escalate project risks, issues, action items and decisions in a manner which keeps momentum on those with project
impacts. - Ability to facilitate project meetings by setting agendas, keeping participants on task, and recapping action items and
decisions. - Ability to and experience with working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative
environment. - Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving
capabilities. - Ability to react to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
- Ability to effectively
prioritize and execute tasks.
Preferences:
- Agile Scrum Master Certificate;
- Project Management
Professional Certificate; - Higher education project management experience
Additional Job Details:
- Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of Three References. Applications missing these materials will NOT
be considered - Best Consideration Date: November 12, 2026
- Posting Close Date: November 26, 2026
- Salary Range: $122,320.00 - $146,784.00
- Remote Work: Please note that all positions within the Division of
Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a
guaranteed work arrangement.
authorization in the United States now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.
Job Risks:
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required: No. For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit
Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department: DIT-Enterprise Planning and Continuous Improvement
Worker Sub-Type: Staff Regular
Benefits Summary: For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this
link.
Background Checks: Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported
by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an
opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right
to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is
deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility: The
successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and
work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment
authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in
suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment
Opportunity Statement of Policy.

