Enterprise Technology Planning, Manager

The Enterprise Technology Planning (ETP) Manager leads and guides the ETP staff and matrixed teams to ensure the successful completion of projects and initiatives. This position provides strategic leadership and oversight for enterprise technology planning utilizing the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards and best practices. This role leads to the organizing and delivery of a portfolio of strategic Information Technology projects and programs aligned with institutional priorities and operational goals. Additionally, the position tracks success through project and portfolio management, stakeholder engagement, data driven decision making, and change management while ensuring initiatives deliver measurable business value, improve institutional effectiveness, and support the university’s mission., * Leads and manages the Enterprise Technology Projects team, including direct supervision and development of staff by providing mentoring, coaching, and professional development to team members and matrixed project resources. Establishes a high-performing and collaborative project delivery culture that works to promote best practices in project management and process improvement.

• Manages a portfolio of enterprise technology projects and programs to ensure alignment with institutional strategy and priorities. Partners with Information Technology and business leadership to prioritize initiatives, optimize resource allocation, and balance competing demands. Ensures that the implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives, project schedules, risk mitigation, communication and resource plans, project budgets, and related project management documentation.
• Manages all phases of project delivery, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Ensures development and maintenance of comprehensive project artifacts. Ensures project activities progress according to scope, schedule, budget and quality objectives, implementing corrective actions as needed. Reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress toward specified project objectives.
• Serves as a liaison between Information Technology, academic and administrative departments, and external partners. Communicates project status, risks, and outcomes to leadership and stakeholders through clear and effective reporting. Leads organizational change management efforts and coaches others on process improvement initiatives and methodology to continuously improve the project management process.
• Develops and manages project budgets, ensuring appropriate use of resources and alignment with funding allocations. Coordinates with procurement and manages vendor relationships, contracts, and external service providers. Monitors financial performance and provides reporting to leadership and stakeholders.
• Implements contingency plans to address project challenges, tracks key performance indicators (KPIs), measures success against defined objectives, and evaluates project outcomes. Conducts post project reviews and lessons learned to support continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Do you have experience in Managing projects?, Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Project Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Ten (10) years of experience and/or training in Project Management. Directly related experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for- year basis. Must have an active Project Management Institute (PMI) certification., * Strong knowledge of project, program, time, and portfolio management methodologies and tools

• Knowledge of technology and its uses in a wide range of organizational, academic, and administrative environments
• Ability to align technology initiatives with organizational strategy and goals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven mindset
• Ability to lead change and drive user adoption of new technologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft’s Office Suite for reports and documents
• Ability to develop operational procedures, internal policies, and technical documentation
• Ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal and professional relationships
• Experience with training, leadership, and supervisory responsibilities
• Ability to manage difficult and potentially stressful situations professionally and effectively
• Excellent verbal, written, and customer service communication skills, including telephone, email, and social media interactions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt within a fast-paced environment, A certification in Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation or Agile/Scrum is desired. Two (2) years of experience in higher education or complex organizational environments.

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation’s leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

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