IT Project Manager III

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama is seeking an IT Project Manager III to guide complex IT projects within the Office of Information Technology (OIT). You will mentor teams, shape project plans, and drive best practices for enterprise initiatives across campus.

This senior role emphasizes leadership, cross‑functional coordination, and successful delivery of large-scale ERP/cloud transition projects in a hybrid work environment, with a focus on operational excellence and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Master's or equivalent in IT/project management or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree with four years of IT project management experience may be accepted.
• Alternative: Associate's degree with six years of IT project management experience.
• High school diploma with eight years of IT project management experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a facilitator for IT projects led by OIT across campus.
• Provide guidance to IT operational managers and project teams.
• Lead larger, complex, enterprise IT projects with advanced PM practices.
• Oversee, create, and implement project plans and mentor junior PMs.

Education

Master's degree in IT project management

Bachelor's degree in IT

Associate's degree in IT

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:

Minimum: $68,500 - Midpoint: $89,100 (Salaried E11)

Department/Organization:

500001 - VP Finance and Operations

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants:

Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary:

The IT Project Manager III serves as a facilitator for projects led by the Office of Information Technology (OIT) and provides guidance to IT operational managers and project teams across campus. Focuses on best practices for project management on both departmental and enterprise-wide IT projects. Manages larger, more complex, critical IT projects requiring advanced knowledge and demonstrated expertise in project management. Oversees, creates, and implements project plans. Provides feedback and mentorship for other OIT project managers.

Additional Department Summary:

The University of Alabama is embarking to transition its on-premises finance and HCM ERP systems to a modern cloud platform. This position is a senior-level IT Project Manager responsible for serving as a liaison and mentor to operational managers and project teams. The IT Project Manager III leads more complex projects that require advanced expertise and a proven track record in project management. This position is time-limited to the duration of the project due to additional department staffing needs while engaged in this project, but could lead to regular employment at the University.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree and two (2) years of IT project management experience; OR bachelor's degree and four (4) years of IT project management experience; OR associate's degree and six (6) years of IT experience to include four (4) years of IT project management; OR High school diploma or GED and eight (8) years of IT experience to include four (4) years of IT project management.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications:

Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in higher education. CAPM or PMP certification. Demonstrated formal project management training.

Background Investigation Statement:

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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