ITS Project Manager

Compensation: $68,495 - $87,298 Compensation Type: Salary Employment Type: Regular Grade: E09 Position Summary The ITS Project Manager assumes responsibility for managing assigned programs and projects on a day-to-day basis, focusing on smaller-scale initiatives of moderate complexity. This position oversees project management for multiple small or medium priority projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives. The manager contributes to supporting and training in project management operations and practices. The Project Manager also shares responsibility with the Senior ITS Project Manager for the day-to-day management of assigned programs and projects. The role leads one or more high-priority or medium to high complexity projects, mission-critical enterprise-wide initiatives, and continuous business improvement items. The ITS Project Manager includes supporting and training in project management operations and practices. Duties & Responsibilities Coordinates with IT PMO leadership to prioritize and assign work, ensure staff training, adherence to policies, and maintain a healthy work environment. Focuses on meeting project commitments within budget and scope, including communication with sponsors and stakeholders. Leads planning, execution, and monitoring of technical projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and budgets. Collaborates with stakeholders, technical teams, and sponsors to define project scope, goals, plans, and schedules aligned with business objectives. Coordinates training initiatives related to specific projects and oversees project development phases. Manages technical project resources, assigns tasks, resolves conflicts, and collaborates with subject matter experts. Identifies and mitigates technical risks and issues, tracking changes in project scope, budget, and schedule. Facilitates communication and collaboration among project team members, stakeholders, and vendors. Provides regular status updates and reports to stakeholders and senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and mitigation plans. Adheres to enterprise methodologies, practices, and procedures for documentation, project management, and system monitoring. Assesses risks and assists with risk mitigation, plans project timelines, coordinates resources, and tracks project changes. Completes assigned tasks/projects on time, on budget, and in scope, coordinating with department managers when necessary. Responsible for enterprise-wide projects, typically with large budgets and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree or higher OR At least six (6) years of related experience The role requires a profound understanding of technical concepts, strong project management skills, and a track record of successfully delivering smaller-scale technical projects within budget and timelines. Preferences PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification preferred Experience using ServiceNow SPM for project and portfolio management preferred Experience working within a formal PMO environment preferred Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies preferred Best Consideration date: June 3rd EEO STATEMENT: As an EEO employer, Central New Mexico Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Central New Mexico Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Questions about the role or application process? Call our Talent Acquisition team at .... As the institution with the largest undergraduate student body in New Mexico, Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) provides affordable education to over 30,000 students and offers rewarding career opportunities to over 2,000 faculty and staff. Despite our large size, we still think of ourselves as the "CNM Family." Our diverse community of leadership, faculty, and staff work cohesively and collaboratively to make a positive difference in our students' lives, while always exploring ways to improve the institution. CNM staff is our most important resource for achieving our vision of Changing Lives, Building Community. For employees, this vision translates to a comprehensive benefits package that helps them thrive in the workplace and at home. 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