Project Manager - Energetic Workplace

We are in need of an ambitious Project Manager to join our awesome team at State of Colorado in Denver, CO.
Growing your career as a Full Time Project Manager is an amazing opportunity to develop excellent skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, attention to detail and have the right vision for the job, then apply for the position of Project Manager at State of Colorado today!

Who We Are:
System Administration, which also houses the Office of the President, is located in the uptown neighborhood of Denver with a few smaller offices located on the campuses. Many of our departments support the educational and research missions of the four University of Colorado campuses, but System Administration is not considered a campus. We provide diverse opportunities for professional development, innovation, and collaboration with talented staff and faculty. Learn more about CU System Administration. Employee Services : Employee Services provides the CU community with employment services from recruitment to retirement. This office provides technical expertise while administering benefits, professional development, payroll, individual tax management, and strategic HR programs. The functional areas of Employee Services include Payroll, Technologies, Benefits, Retirement, Financial Education, Learning and Development, International Tax and Human Resources. Position Summary:
The Project Manager will incorporate and execute project and change management standard processes and activities within the University of Colorado's (CU) Employee Services (ES) department. Located in Denver, Employee Services operates within CU System Administration, which brings together administrative departments and service centers that provide guidance and services to all of CU's campuses: CU Boulder, CU Colorado Springs, CU Denver and CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The Employee Services department provides centralized payroll, benefits and retirement administration, professional development, international tax services, and wellness programs for CU's nearly 37,000 employees, as well as collaborative HR services for System Administration's employees.
This position will provide project management support including, but not limited to: project plan development, requirements gathering, timeline creation and implementation, risk analysis with corresponding mitigation plans, training and communication plan development and execution, in alignment with Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) methodology. The expectation will be that the project manager will facilitate, in partnership with ES leadership and with guidance, as needed, from the Senior Project and Portfolio Manager, coordination between project needs and ES resources. The individual will assess past, current, and upcoming tasks immediately addressing issues with the appropriate manager. The Project Manager will work independently on project support and initiatives, while bringing out of scope project related questions or concerns to the Senior Project and Portfolio Manager.
It is the general nature of higher-ed projects to require flexibility with changes in scope, resources, and/or timing. This individual must be highly organized and have the ability to be confidently self-directed, a fast learner, able to respond well to changing environments and priorities. This position will take independent judgement on most tasks related to project management, as well as have a collaborative demeanor to achieve team goals and objectives. The Project Manager will need to have strong and effective communication skills to build interpersonal relationships, negotiation and problem-solving skills. The Project Manager role is customer-facing and requires effective collaboration skills with UIS IT partners, our campus constituents and subject matter experts across all four of CU's campuses.
A successful candidate will have a positive demeanor, a strong interest in project management and a desire to aid CU in improved effectiveness and efficiency of delivered services offered by the Employee Services department.
This position reports to the Senior Project and Portfolio Manager and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified Staff system. Where You Will Work:
Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule, working some days from home and some days in office. The position will come into 1800 Grant Street, Denver, as needed Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado System Administration Office is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse workforce. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. Duties & Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Manage scope, resources, schedule, risk, quality and communications as they relate to the full lifecycle of a project Develop, assess and select proper strategy for the project Build project documentation within standard templates and methodology Use TeamDynamix project management software to create and update schedules, resource allocation, and project progress Identify project team resources, along with stakeholder roles and responsibilities Coordinate project kick-off meetings with the project team for planning and schedule project status update meetings Assist with requirements gathering for projects Assist with the creation and management of project timelines, with dependencies and resources Communicate and report out on project status and other needs to appropriate audiences Create status reports to share with project stakeholders Manage project plan and hold resources accountable Schedule lessons learned sessions with project summary to leadership Domain specialist of projects related to HR, benefits, payroll and HR-IT Provide project management and organizational support for other department initiatives and work, as needed Maintain relationships with department and campus stakeholders in support of ES projects What We Offer: Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $71,070- $74,160
CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate's education, training and experience as it relates to the position, as well as the position's scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits, including top-notch healthcare, comprehensive wellness programs, enriching professional development, and a dynamic work-life balance, we ensure your holistic growth and happiness. No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options, some inclusive of IVF assistance. Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options. Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan. Pre-tax savings plans, such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts. Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave, along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break. 4 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood. Tuition Benefit of 9 waived credits for eligible courses on any CU campus per academic year for employees, as well as options for your dependents. Free RTD EcoPass and Free Onsite Parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office. Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage. Additional Taxable Fringe Benefits May Be Available.
For more information on benefits programs, please review our Comprehensive Benefits Guide.
Access our Total Compensation Calculator to see what your total rewards could be at CU. (This position is a University Staff position) Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Please ensure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all minimum requirements listed at the time of application to be considered for this role. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education, or equivalent professional experience (professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis) One (1) year of experience related to project management and supporting documented project management methodology, which includes establishing project tasks/dependencies/deadlines, resource management, risk management, requirement gathering, hold project team meetings, and providing status updates. Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience, as stated above. Experience utilizing formal project management methodology A professional project management certification (PMP, PMI-ACP, CAPM) Experience working within Higher Education Experience in utilizing Project Management tools such as Team Dynamix, MS Project or similar. Experience with IT, HR, Payroll or Benefits-related projects Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following: Knowledge of project and change management processes, principles, and standard methodologies on establishing project charters, schedules, constraints, risks, resources, and partner responsibilities Knowledge of the CU environment, including general department structures, business functions, reporting relationships, and operational processes and procedures Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details clearly Ability to work with project sponsors to develop project charters, assuring a shared understanding of scope, resources, objectives, risks and measures of success Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to examine data, trends and past projects to produce results Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and coordinate meetings, create schedules, organize, and facilitate meetings, and make decisions Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, etc.) and project management tracking software Ability to work in a close team effort with ongoing collaboration among team members and various interconnecting projects and project managers, including team members in technical and non-technical fields Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Must be comfortable participating in the decision process within a project team framework Must be a confident self-starter who possesses tenacity, curiosity and a penchant for detail Ability to recognize and solve problems quickly Ability to demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in applying the correct project methodology to assigned projects while maintaining standards required by Employee Services How to Apply:
For full consideration, please attach the following as separate documents to your application: A cover letter identifying the job specific minimum qualifications you possess A resume including any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.
Please ensure you check the "Job Specific Attachments" box next to each document on the "Required Documents" page of the application for the appropriate documents to be attached. When to Apply:
For full consideration completed applications must be submitted by September 25th 2023 . Candidates will be contacted in early October regarding the interview process. Reference checking is a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information, including email addresses, for up to five references as part of the search process for this position. *Please note: All application materials must be submitted through CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered.* Sponsorship Statement:
We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that a verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. ADA Statement:
We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: View email address on jobs.institutedata.com.
University Staff Job Category
Business Services Primary Location
Denver Department
S0001 -- System Administration Schedule
Full-time Posting Date
Sep 8, 2023 Unposting Date
Sep 26, 2023, 12:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name
System HR Recruiting Posting Contact Email View email address on jobs.institutedata.com Position Number
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