Huntsville, TX, USA
25 days ago
Information Technology Project Manager II - IV (2 positions to be filled)
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition 202500098S Title Information Technology Project Manager II - IV (2 positions to be filled) FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 14, 17, or 20. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category Professional Department Project Management Office Division Information Technology Open Date 04/08/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Information Technology Project Manager II – Bachelor’s degree in technology, business, or another related field. Two years’ experience in a professional environment or equivalent in a related project area. Intermediate knowledge of IT systems, software, and infrastructure preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Information Technology Project Manager III – Bachelor’s degree in technology, business or other related field. Minimum of three years’ experience professional management or equivalent in a related project area. Advanced knowledge of IT systems, software, and infrastructure preferred. Project management or process improvement certifications preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Information Technology Project Manager IV – Bachelor’s degree in technology, business or other related field. Minimum of four years’ experience professional management or equivalent in a related project area. Advanced knowledge across one or more domains, including IT systems, software, and infrastructure preferred. Project management or process improvement certifications and prior supervisory experience preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Information Technology Project Manager II – Performs intermediate project coordination as well as project analysis, documentation and planning that ensures University practices comply with all policy and regulatory guidelines.

Information Technology Project Manager III – Performs highly complex managerial project management as well as project analysis, documentation and planning that ensures University practices comply with all policy and regulatory guidelines.

Information Technology Project Manager IV – Performs advanced and highly complex managerial project management as well as project analysis, documentation and planning that ensures University practices comply with all policy and regulatory guidelines. Primary Responsibilities Information Technology Project Manager II – Manages, develops, oversees, and evaluates small and lower priority projects utilizing the project management methodologies defined. In conjunction with the project management office team, defines, implements, and communicates campus project management methodology, project lifecycle documentation, and best practices to project teams and stakeholders that are consistent with state and campus guidelines. Develops training materials for use by project teams and university stakeholders. Initiates projects, obtains authorization and commitment, and provides intermediate analysis of organizational impact, through demonstration of business need and project feasibility. Develops criteria for evaluating programs, proposals, and other pertinent information related to project assignments, and reviews and recommends proposals and bids to management. Develops intermediate project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, risk assessments, cost estimates and projections. Monitors and manages project costs to ensure project is completed within budget and ensures project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications. Compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures. Prepares and presents project dashboard presentations for the management team and provides variance explanations and root causes for deviations to budget and schedule. Recommends strategies to solve key project issues, and solutions for best possible project outcomes. Manages project teams consisting of executive and professional staff. Gathers specifications for Information Technology related projects. Communicates with people who are not in Information Technology, receives information on what is needed, translates information into Information Technology terminology, and guides people to ensure needs are met. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Information Technology Project Manager III – Manages, develops, oversees, and evaluates medium and average priority projects utilizing the project management methodologies defined. Defines, implements and communicates campus project management methodology, project lifecycle documentation, and best practices to project teams and stakeholders, that are consistent with state and campus guidelines. Provides input to PMO portfolio management modeling and dashboard presentations. Develops and provides research for training materials for use by project teams and university stakeholders. Initiates projects, obtains authorization and commitment, and provides advanced analysis of organizational impact, through demonstration of business need and project feasibility. Develops criteria for evaluating programs, proposals, and other pertinent information related to project assignments, and reviews and recommends proposals and bids to management. Develops advanced project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, risk assessments, cost estimates and projections. Monitors and manages project costs to ensure project is completed within budget and ensures project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications. Compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures. Prepares, presents and reviews project dashboard presentations for the management team, and provides variance explanations and root causes for deviations to budget and schedule. Recommends and defines strategies to solve key project issues, and solutions for best possible project outcomes. Manages project teams consisting of executive and professional staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Information Technology Project Manager IV – Manages, develops, oversees, and evaluates large and high priority projects utilizing the project management methodologies defined. Provides leadership and mentoring for other Project Managers and across the university, in developing and implementing project management. Key advisor for defining, implementing and communicating campus project management methodology, project lifecycle documentation, and best practices to project teams and stakeholders, that are consistent with state and campus guidelines. Develops and reviews training materials for use by project teams and university stakeholders. Leader in initiation, obtaining authorization and commitment for projects, and provides advanced analysis of organizational impact, through demonstration of business need and project feasibility. Develops criteria for evaluating programs, proposals, and other pertinent information related to project assignments, and reviews and recommends proposals and bids to management. Advises other Project Managers in developing advanced project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, risk assessments, cost estimates and projections. Monitors and manages project costs to ensure project is completed within budget and ensures project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications. Compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures. Prepares, presents, and reviews project and some portfolio dashboard presentations for the management team, and provides variance explanations and root causes for deviations to budget and schedule. Recommends, defines and implements strategies to solve key project issues, and solutions for best possible project outcomes. Manages project teams consisting of executive and professional staff. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Information Technology Project Manager II – Strong professional communication and presentation skills are required. Experience with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) preferred. Must be able to work collaboratively with faculty and staff in various disciplines toward the goal of project management success. Requires the ability to interpret and apply complex directives and policies to multiple functional areas. Duties require a considerable level of critical judgment and a high level of initiative.

Information Technology Project Manager III – Strong professional communication and presentation skills are required. Experience with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) preferred. Must be able to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators in various disciplines toward the goal of project management success. Requires the ability to interpret and apply complex directives and policies to multiple functional areas. Duties require a considerable level of critical judgment and a high level of initiative.

Information Technology Project Manager IV – Strong professional communication and presentation skills are required. Experience with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) preferred. Must be able to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators in various disciplines toward the goal of project management success. Requires the ability to interpret and implement complex directives and policies to multiple functional areas. Duties require a considerable level of critical judgment and a high level of initiative. Contributes to PMO portfolio management modeling and dashboard presentations.


Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/43108 EEO Statement

EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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