Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Project Manager is the person who has overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and closure of a project. They ensure that projects follow OIT project processes and project management framework.

Project Manager 1 - This position is responsible for administering the project management lifecycle for small to medium sized projects, including software implementations and upgrades, integrations, IT operations, and process improvement.

Project Manager 2 – This position is responsible for facilitating, managing, and successfully implementing large to enterprise projects.   This position has overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure of a project.

Department Overview:

The Office of Information Technology is advertising an open level role for the position of Project Manager level 1 or level 2.

Candidate must reside in the state of Idaho or be willing to relocate to Idaho to be considered for this position.

Level Scope:

Project Manager 1 - Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Project Manager 2- Recognized subject matter expert who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field with limited oversight from managers. Independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; requires deep job knowledge of area typically obtained through higher education combined with experience. Manages large projects or processes and problems faced are difficult and often complex; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures.

Essential Functions:

Project Manager 1 will:

• Align projects around the product vision and strategic plan of the University.
• Elicit requirements and document future state process and functionality leveraging available tools and features. Translate needs into required specifications. Collaborate with development resources and project stakeholders to refine requirements.
• Maintain project schedule, incorporating regular updates from each functional team involved.
• Draft, update, and maintain project documentation to meet project timelines and provide clear direction to developers.
• Explain the project or future state process and outcomes to stakeholders and sponsors to ensure buy-in, confidence in, and viability of developed solutions.
• Execute quality assurance testing of projects to validate data and functionality.
• Identify resource requirements and facilitate staff assignments with input from department leadership.
• Regularly inform stakeholders and leadership of development priorities and directions.
• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and change processes and work with leadership to take corrective action if necessary.
• Design user acceptance test plans and test cases.
• Assist with communication plans.
• Create cutover checklists for project deployment.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Project Manager 2 will, in addition the above functions:

• Work with single or groups of stakeholders to understand current processes and gather new requirements using a variety of techniques such as brainstorming sessions, story mapping, prioritizing, and structured process walk-through sessions.
• Research vendors, software products, existing/comparable policy, and/or viable process options to determine best solution fits based on business requirements and alignment with University architecture.
• Develop the critical path schedule which shows the sequence of events compatible with work breakdown structure.
• Identify and clarify requirements using basic conceptual and logical process/data modeling techniques such as business process flow charts, data flows, or workflows.
• Document overall design and architecture of physical and virtual systems.
• Demonstrate familiarity from the end-user perspective with processes, user interfaces, policies, administrative, and security aspects of the developed solution.
• Identify specific steps of a process that issues occur in and can describe the business need or requirement that describes how the issue may be resolved.
• Provide support to training staff.
• Assist in monitoring costs and analyzing data.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent communications skills (oral and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to elicit requirements from stakeholders.
• Ability to present and explain complex technical topics and solutions clearly and effectively to users with varying technical backgrounds.
• Ability to anticipate impacts of requests and usage and provide appropriate communication to impacted parties.
• Solid understanding of project management principles and governance. Demonstrated project management skills and relevant certification or training.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Excellent time management skills.

In addition to the above, Project Manager 2 demonstrates:

• Knowledge and understanding of ERP concepts and functions.
• Knowledge and/or experience in business process design and reengineering.
• Knowledge and/or experience in evaluation of software to meet business needs.
• Advanced analytical and troubleshooting skills with complex technical subjects and tasks.
• Experience working with both functional and technical users to define business needs.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle.
• Knowledge of SQL.
• Experience with integration projects, data management, and/or Oracle applications.

Minimum Qualifications:

Project Manager 1 -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 2 years relevant professional experience.

Project Manager 2 -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 5 years relevant professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification in project management or related field.
• Experience in a higher education or government organization.

Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary for Project Manager 1 is $60,673.60 annually and is commensurate with experience and level hired.

Starting salary for Project Manager 2 is $73,548.80 annually and is commensurate with experience and level hired.

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

To be fully considered for this position, please submit the following materials:
(1) a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications,
(2) a current résumé, and
(3) the names and contact information of three professional references.

This position requires the candidate to live in Idaho, or be willing to relocate to Idaho, if hired. 

Please note: This position does not qualify for any type of Visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/