Project Manager III for Information Services

About this role

A Project Manager leads projects through the full project life cycle, ensuring delivery within defined scope, schedule, and resource constraints. Collaborates with cross-functional teams, manages risks and progress, and ensures alignment with the University’s priorities and stakeholder expectations. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

1. Manage project execution   throughout the full project life cycle   to ensure adherence to   defined scope, schedule, and resource constraints    

2. Develop and   maintain   a W ork   B reakdown   S tructure   (WBS)   and associated   project   planning artifacts .    

3. Direct or coordinate activities of   cross-functional   project   team members .    

4. Prepare   and deliver   project   status reports   and performance updates to stakeholders .    

5. Develop and implement a stakeholder-informed communication plan tailored to project needs.    

6. A dhere to Liberty University policies,   representing   the University in an exemplary   and professional   manner .  

7. Work   effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s   Christian model and M ission   –   Training Champions   for Christ .  

Project Manager III  

1. Manage projects and related tasks within a product or functional area, ensuring delivery within schedule and resource constraints using established project management tools .   

2. Build and   maintain   collaborative relationships with stakeholders to support project goals .  

3. Maintain and collaborate on roadmap planning for product or service portfolios.   

4. May oversee the work load of a functional or product team and contribute to performance evaluations by   monitoring   progress, offering feedback, and supporting resource planning .   

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES      

Project Manager III –   May s upervise   3-5 people

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS  

Education and Experience    

Project Manager III  

1. Mid-level   technical   experience ;   with transferable   knowledge of   project delivery tools, systems, or business   processes .    

2. Solid   understanding of project management methodologies   such as Agile or Waterfall .  

3. Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience   is   required .  

4. CAPM, CSM, or PSM I   

5. 3-4+ years of project   management   or related   professional   experience   is   required .     6. Experience working with teams with chat assistive technologies is helpful.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB  

Communication and Comprehension  

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing   

• Proficiency   in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing English to support professional correspondence and collaboration.  

• Strong interpersonal and public communication skills to   represent   Liberty University in a professional manner.  

• Strong organizational skills.  

• Proficiency   in standard office software and relevant project/program management tools.  

Problem Solving  

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; able to assess situations, evaluate information, and solve both routine and complex problems using sound judgment.  

Physical and Sensory Abilities  

• Frequently required to perform desk-based work, including computer use and data entry.   

• Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and collaborative settings, with or without reasonable accommodation.  

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Work Environment Remote  

Driving Requirements If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel.   Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position

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    Time Type Full time

Location Remote Location    

Pay Range Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure.

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits , including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.     $60,000.00 - $70,000.00     The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hirin

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