Project Manager

Client is looking for a Project Manager - Project Lead

Additional details: Position will be part time (20 hours per week) and candidate will decide on a schedule with the manager generally between the hours of 8:00-5:00, M-F.

Why is this position open: College of Charleston (CofC) is seeking an experienced project lead/manager to work directly with the PMO to ensure the successful completion of information technology projects.

We re looking for people who thrive in a collaborative environment, value connection,

and want to make a meaningful impact. If you re ready to join a team that s as

thoughtful as it is effective, the PMO is your next home. Let s build something

better together.

The current Full-Time Employee (FTE) in this role is retiring from the state pension system.

Due to an ongoing Chief Information Officer (CIO) transition, we are currently under a hiring

freeze and unable to permanently backfill the position. We anticipate posting the role for a new FTE in the coming months. In the meantime, we are leveraging a contract resource to maintain continuity. Ideally, we hope the selected contractor will apply for the FTE role once it becomes available and ultimately join our team on a permanent basis.

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:

College of Charleston (CofC) is seeking an experienced project lead/manager to work

directly with the PMO to ensure the successful completion of information technology

projects.

DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Responsibilities

1. Develop, implement, and oversee standardized project management processes

and methodologies tailored to the CofC community. Ensures all projects are

executed in alignment with established frameworks delivered on time, within

budget, and to high-quality standards while consistently meeting stakeholder

expectations.

1. Prepare necessary documentation to support project initiatives. More

specifically, work with technical staff and business stakeholders to create

deliverables and artifacts that are intended for audiences of varying levels of

technical knowledge

1. Monitor project performance and report progress through dashboards and

executive summaries.

1. Identify and mitigate risks, resolve blockers, and ensure quality standards are

met across all deliverables.

1. Support stakeholder engagement and facilitate cross-departmental

communications.

1. Mentor and coach team members on Agile practices and project execution,

fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

1. Other duties as assigned. This may include special project assignments within

the Portfolio Management Office or IT division, task force participation, or

other activities as assigned.

Technical Knowledge:

Experience with documentation and artifacts related to any or all of the following

technologies would be considered desirable for this position:

• ServiceNow
• Project Management software (e.g., MS Project)

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

1. 1+ Year working with Business Analysts (BAs)
2. 1+ Year experience working with Kanaban

REFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

1. Product owner experience
2. Experience working with ServiceNow
3. Experience working with Data Analysts or Data Scientists
4. Previous experience in an IT role (e.g, analyst, programmer, etc.)

Required certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification

REFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

Any other Project Management Institute (PMI) certifications

Any other Agile or Scrum certifications