68042BRAuto req ID:68042BRJob Code:I0058P IT Project Manager IV Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:IT Project ManagerSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :058Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:The following are preferred: + Experience in using two or more project methodologies to deliver projects (i.e. Agile, Lean, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience in Vendor and 3rd party management + Experience leading project retrospectives and benefits analyses to drive organizational learning and improve future practices + Effective at problem solving + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Displays adaptability, flexibility and resilience while maintaining grace and tact under pressure + Maintains a positive outlook and "can-do" attitude with a respectful and approachable style + Background in higher-education and/or experience working in a managed enterprise technology environment Additional Information:This role is a hybrid position which we consider to be a combination of remote and onsite work at our Boston, MA-based campus. HBS expects all staff to be onsite at least three days per week and for departments to provide onsite coverage Monday - Friday. Specific hours and days onsite will be determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate advanced notice. We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role. Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity. Culture of Inclusion: The work and well-being of HBS is profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. Explore more about HBS work culture here: https://www.hbs.edu/employment.Department:Information TechnologyPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentitySchedule:40 hours per week minimum, to be determined by managerJob Function:Information Technology, TechnicalSchool/Unit:Harvard Business School EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Basic Qualifications: + Minimum of five years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience Certificates and Licenses:The following are preferred: + PMP (Project Management Professional) and/or Scrum Master designation Working Conditions: + Additional support outside of regularly scheduled hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holiday breaks, may occasionally be required Position Description:Are you excited by the idea of joining a world-class organization at the intersection of higher education and technology? Are you drawn to using technology to meet business goals and solve problems? Can you see yourself working on a cross-functional team to brainstorm technology solutions and implement them? If so, consider joining our team! Project Managers provide key leadership to our technology projects in support of Harvard Business School’s (HBS’s) mission to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The IT Project Manager will be responsible for leading cross-functional project teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of software products that enhance the teaching and learning experience at HBS. Responsible for the successful completion of these projects, they are an exceptional relationship manager and problem solver working in close collaboration with project teams to ensure project goals are met on time and on budget. Under direct supervision, the Project Manager focuses on smaller projects or straightforward phase(s) of a larger project while acquiring skills in an Agile environment. The Project Manager initiates, plans, executes, controls, and closes with guidance while functioning to coordinate workflow and support leadership goals. The ideal candidate will be an energetic agile project leader who is comfortable working with a team as well as independently. They excel at navigating complex challenges with a proactive solution-focused mindset and a positive, “can do” approach. The ideal candidate will have advanced written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead discussions and foster open, trusting dialogue with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Responsibilities: + Lead small software development and integration projects in an Agile and Waterfall environment + Manage and deliver project results predictably: on time, on budget, and on quality + Maintain a deep understanding of the scope of work and manage the project schedule; articulate how decisions may impact the schedule accordingly + Estimates projects using established methods to arrive at realistic schedules + Provides regular project progress measures and status reporting + Proactively identify and manage project risks, issues, and key decisions, working across a complex organization to drive resolution + Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices and tools ensuring high-quality, consistent delivery of IT Portfolio and Project Management run projects + Complete other responsibilities as assigned Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify this excellence while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include: + Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers. + Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date. + Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more. + Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service. + Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools. + Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions. + Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning. + Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more. + Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston. Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) Work Format Details:.About Us:Harvard Business School (HBS) IT is a nimble, innovative, strategic partner who crafts, delivers, and supports the pioneering technology solutions that connect, enable, and inspire the HBS community to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. Visit our website for more information https://www.hbs.edu/information-technology/about-us.Annual Salary Range:$110,000 - $115,000, commensurate with experience