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Department Description

Information and Educational Technology (IET) often acts as a technology consultant and project manager to the campus and individual departments. The objective is to advise the campus as to the appropriate application of technology in solving business problems, and to manage critical campus projects which implement information technologies. The IET PMO has extensive influence on campus-wide technology efforts by virtue of contributions to the campus in the use of technology; participation in initiatives with significant technology policy implications; management of complex technical projects; participation with business units on product/solution surveys; and participation in RFP and RFQ processes related to campus computing.

The mission of Information and Educational Technology (IET) is to create and support an information technology environment that enhances the ability of the UC Davis community to teach, do research and provide public service. In support of the University’s mission, IET will deliver an infrastructure of technological services appropriate to the requirements of the campus community.

To see all IET job posting, please click on https://iet.ucdavis.edu/jobs

THIS RECRUITMENT IS NOT A VISA OPPORTUNITY.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Manager, Project Management Office, act as a project manager and analyst by analyzing the suitability of proposed and in-progress IET and campus projects, participating in recommendations for the organization and construction of project deliverables and services, and managing the change management and implementation of chosen solutions. This position must work cohesively with departmental level leadership to ensure success and will be responsible for monitoring the effectiveness, development, and execution of major projects. Has extensive influence on campus-wide technology efforts by virtue of contributions to the campus in the use of technology; participation in initiatives with significant technology policy implications; management of complex technical projects; participation with business units on product/solution surveys; and participation in RFP and RFQ processes related to campus computing.

**FOR FULL CONSIDERATION APPLY TO JOB OPENING 9/29, CANDIDATES WILL BE SCREENED AFTER 9/29**

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary Range

$79,300/Annually – $177,700/Annually

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

Full Time 100%

Shift Hours

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Location

Davis

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

10/28/2021

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work on a personal computer for extended periods of time.
• Attend meetings remotely and/or travel as appropriate on an as-needed basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Due to the mission-critical services provided by this department, this position may work hours other than M-F 8-5, especially in response to system problems.
• Work flexible or extended hours as workload demands.
• Must be routinely on-call as required. Work in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Vacations are restricted during busy times.
• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Experience leading a project team through development and implementation of project planning documents; budget development, resource, test, implementation, quality assurance, contingency, risk management plans, change and scope management, communication planning and management, operational transition; and development and application of project methodologies.
• Technical knowledge of architecture and tools for the following: software application development; web services; security services; workflow technology; data repository services; client-server technology; cloud-based technologies; desktop technology; file services; directory services; and business process analysis.
• Experience applying project management standards, processes, tools, team leadership, and techniques appropriate for a variety of project types, sizes and criticalities.
• Analytical skills including translating knowledge into new context; interpreting, comparing and contrasting facts; ordering, grouping, and inferring concepts using methods and theories in new situations; organizing data; deconstructing components; combining and relating knowledge from several areas; drawing conclusions; comparing an discriminating between ideas; and making choices based on reasoned argument.
• Experience managing projects and coordinating teams using Agile Scrum, Waterfall and hybrid methodologies.
• Written and oral communication skills to communicate to various levels of knowledge and management levels. Experience presenting complex concepts and recommendations, including tailoring presentations to a wide variety of audiences, including executive management.
• Experience working with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, Google Apps, Box.com, and other project management tools.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Computer Science with an emphasis in technology management or information management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience interpreting and applying policy.
• Extensive experience in managing complex information technology projects for which an application development methodology was enforced.
• Experience as primary, lead or sole project manager managing enterprise-wide, complex information technology projects.
• PMP Certification, Agile Scrum Master certification, and/or ITIL Certification.
• Experience adapting to shifting priorities demands and timelines.
• Experience in building and managing customer/client relationships

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

COVID – 19

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Job ID: 23334