IT Program Director: Enterprise Projects & Campus Tech

Arkansas State University; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas State University in Jonesboro is seeking a Director of IT Project Management to lead enterprise technology initiatives and oversee cross‑functional IT projects within ITS. Reporting to the CIO, the role drives governance, planning, and execution to advance the university's strategic priorities.

You will collaborate with executive leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external partners to align technology with institutional goals, manage ERP and infrastructure initiatives, and foster

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, IS, business or related field.
• Experience leading enterprise IT projects in higher education.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, enterprise-wide technology projects through full lifecycle.
• Develop and prioritize ITS project portfolio and governance structures.
• Establish milestones, risk management processes, and accountability measures.

Skills

Enterprise project management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Vendor management

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS or related field

PMP certification (preferred)

Tools

Banner ERP

Job description

Arkansas State University in Jonesboro is seeking a Director of IT Project Management to lead enterprise technology initiatives and oversee cross‑functional IT projects within ITS. Reporting to the CIO, the role drives governance, planning, and execution to advance the university's strategic priorities.

You will collaborate with executive leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external partners to align technology with institutional goals, manage ERP and infrastructure initiatives, and foster