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Apply for Job Job ID364210 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyCampus Operations Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9731PM Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job This project manager position serves in a critical project management role within the PEAK Project Office as part of the overall Positioned for Excellence, Alignment and Knowledge (PEAK) Initiative, an important strategic transformation effort for the University of Minnesota system. The PEAK Initiative is currently implementing Phase 2 of a multi-year implementation across colleges, campuses, and units within the University system. PEAK will identify opportunities across non-academic functions to increase efficiency, gain capacity, and steer our teaching, research, and outreach mission into the future. The PEAK Project Office operates as a team with functional stakeholders in Finance, Human Resources, Marketing and Communications and Information Technology. This position will serve as the project manager for the largest PEAK workstream: Unit Transition. The Unit Transition workstream includes Process Discovery and Workforce Transition aspects of the PEAK implementation and has significant contact with a wide variety of units at the University of Minnesota. The project manager will partner closely with the Unit Transition workstream lead, the PEAK program manager, and other project management, workstream and functional leaders. and is responsible for overseeing workstream progress, milestones, and risks and issues. We are seeking a candidate with strong project management and organizational skills who has the ability to build relationships and work in a collaborative environment. Note: This role is heavily focused on work and people movement as part of the PEAK implementation and is not a technology project management role. The project manager is responsible for managing the workstream project plan and proactively planning for and anticipating the work ahead. On a daily basis, this includes driving project tasks to completion, tracking project milestones and progress, and coordinating the resolution of program issues, risks, and decisions within the workstream. This position will also support project governance needs, including updating progress metrics and status updates in collaboration with the PEAK program manager. As the PEAK Project Office continues to shift from leveraging external consultants to internal resources, the Unit Transition project manager will play an important role in knowledge transfer to the PEAK Office for this workstream. They will also actively collect and review continuous improvement ideas with the workstream lead to consider for future phases of PEAK. We are seeking a candidate with strong project management skills who has the ability to successfully navigate ambiguity and drive progress on large, cross-organizational projects. Prior experience with HR initiatives and organizational change is a plus. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Percent Functions 80% Project Management Support Maintains project management standards, tools, and plan for the workstream Partners with the workstream lead, program manager, other project managers and leaders within the functional areas to understand and support project needs required to develop and deliver solutions Partners with functional areas to ensure all workstream deliverables meet requirements and follow initiative standards Maintains regular workstream status reporting and prepares workstream presentations and summaries as needed Prepares agendas and documentation for the workstream, providing support for both internal team meetings and unit facing meetings Manages issues and risks for the workstream with the workstream lead, escalating RAID items as appropriate for resolution Partners with analyst resources on necessary reporting to support the workstream, handling confidential information with appropriate level of sensitivity and professionalism 10% Planning & Continuous Improvement Conducts retrospectives/lessons learned for key milestones Partners with program manager on continuous improvement opportunities Supports planning activities for future PEAK phases as needed 10% Professional Development Continue to develop subject matter expertise in project management and change management techniques The salary range is $101,000 - $135,000 annually and is commensurate with experience. The PEAK Project Team operates as a hybrid team. There is flexibility for what hybrid looks like, however there will be occasional on-site participation based on the job requirements. Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS BA/BS degree Six years of work experience in the area of project management with a BA/BS degree Customer focus with deep listening skills Stakeholder Management to effectively identify / collaborate with key stakeholders at different levels of the organization Champions Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion principles in daily work Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Experience with PPM tools such as SmartSheet, MS Project, Jira, Excel, or comparable tools PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with University of Minnesota colleges, campuses, and units or experience working in a higher education environment Experience managing projects involving shared governance collaboration Experience project managing change, HR, or staffing initiatives PMP, CSM, or equivalent certification Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments"... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.