Position Title: Project Manager

Employee Classification: Project Manager

College/Division: Information Technology

Department: 450001-INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  53,165-67,786

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  The role involves managing projects from start to finish, including assembling teams, assigning tasks, creating schedules, and securing necessary resources. It requires a thorough understanding of the project's scope and requirements, while also serving as the key link between team members and the requesting department's leadership.

Classification Summary:
Oversees projects. Assembles project teams, assigns individual responsibilities, develops project schedules and is responsible for determining and acquiring resources needed. Must be familiar with the entire scope and requirements of project(s) and serves as liaison between team members and functional area management requesting project.

Classification Standard Duties:
Manages, coordinates, and facilitates projects or phases of a large or complex project. Develops integrated project plans and implementation schedules. May supervise or provide functional direction to staff and/or student employees. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience: Two (2) years of experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the University's mission, vision and goals.; SKILLS: short- and long-term planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; interpersonal and organizational communication, both oral and written.; ABILITIES: develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The IT Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of technology projects within the central IT organization. This role works closely with project teams, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager assists in the development of project plans, including defining scope, objectives, deliverables, risks/assumptions, timelines, and resource needs. Collaborate with project sponsors and stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Manage day-to-day project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule and within scope. Track progress against milestones, update project schedules, and escalate issues or delays to senior project staff as needed. Serve as a central point of contact for project communications. Facilitate meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and ensure timely follow-up on action items. Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including requirements, change requests, risk logs, and status reports. Ensure documentation is organized, accessible, and up to date throughout the project lifecycle. Project Manager participates in post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions. Provide input on process improvements and contribute to the refinement of project management practices within the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

ITIL Preferred, on site position

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  Joy Nelson 575-646-4155 joyn@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.