For dedicated and motivated applicants, the Technical Project Manager role offers a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of MDDS business units’ operations, immediately make a significant impact across UCLA departments involved in education, healthcare, and research, and prepare for future advancement opportunities within MDDS, focusing on supervision and strategic leadership. Under the general supervision and in collaboration with the Director of MDDS, the Technical Project Manager applies technical project management concepts, frameworks and methods, and relevant policies and procedures to resolve a variety of technical project management issues. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in successfully managing technical projects of moderate scope from initiation to completion to ensure that all aspects of the project are delivered on time and within budget. The Technical Project Manager plays a critical role in coordinating cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, analyzing data, creating successful workflows, and ensuring the overall success of I.T. projects for multiple work units. The Technical Project Manager identifies, implements, and promotes new service offerings based on the foundation of addressing unmet needs and assessing business opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Project Planning and Initiation
- Project Execution and Monitoring
- Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Quality Assurance
Typical projects include New Equipment Acquisition and Implementation; Technology Service Enhancements and maintenance such as online ordering systems; System Migrations; Software Upgrades and/or Acquisition including implementation and training.
Salary & Compensation
- UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications
- 5 years Experience with demonstrated knowledge in the principles and practices of IT Project Management. (Required)
- Proven experience in successful IT Project Management of moderate complexity, preferably in a large University setting or similar environment. (Required)
- Requires effective communication and organization skills. (Required)
- Requires basic knowledge of project management principles, theories, and concepts. (Required)
- Proficiency in financial analysis and budgeting in order to provide project proposals, estimates, reports, and cost control. (Required)
- Requires ability to assess campus, medical center, or UC Office of the President needs for information technology products and design services to meet those needs. (Required)
- Working knowledge of technology-related initiatives and an understanding of impact to the organization of such initiatives. (Required)
- General knowledge in the installation, configuration and troubleshooting of computer systems, networks and peripherals (i.e. printers, modems, routers, firewalls, Wi-Fi repeaters). (Required)
- General knowledge in the following areas: Microsoft Products, FTP, SFTP processes and software clients, Windows Server Administration, SQL database configuration and management, Scan technologies and Document Management Solutions, Financial systems, the installation, configuration and troubleshooting (Preferred)
- Demonstrated effective organization and project management skills including directing teams and monitoring progress. (Preferred)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)
- Project Management certification preferred. (Preferred)
Special Conditions for Employment
- Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
- Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Schedule
7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered
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Campus Requisition #: 5120
UC Payroll Title: TCHL PROJECT MGT PROFL 2
Department: MAIL SERVICES
Appointment Type: 2 - Staff: Career
Budgeted Pay Scale: $36.49 - $42.60 Hourly
Full Salary Range: USD $36.49/Hr. - USD $76.05/Hr.
Onsite | Remote | Hybrid Type: Fully Onsite
Department Location: 555 Westwood Plaza Mail, Document & Distribution
Full or Part Time: Full Time
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