Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title |
Project Manager III |
Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Information Technology |
Department |
OIT-Enterprise Application Services |
Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, stands among the nation's highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities. The oldest, largest, and top-ranked public university in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area, you'll find us at our main locations in three New Jersey cities, and our footprint can be seen around the region. As one of the nation's most diverse universities, Rutgers draws strength from the rich variety of perspectives and life experiences of our community. We're an academic, health, and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity.
The Office of Information Technology (
OIT) is Rutgers' enterprise IT office.
OIT provides university wide services and support and collaborates with department and unit IT professionals on projects and initiatives for the Rutgers community. OIT's services and systems include the Rutgers network; email and calendaring systems; IDs/passwords and identity management; data centers; computer labs; help desk support; wireless connectivity; a software portal; information security, risk, and compliance services; research computing; and many others. OIT's staff members work closely with the broader university community to advance Rutgers' missions of teaching, research, and service. For more information, please visit
https://it.rutgers.edu.
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Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Project Manager
III for the Project Management Office within the Office of Information Technology.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Leads and oversees complex IT projects in the applications/systems area.
- Drives projects from original concept through post-implementation.
- Matrix-manages a team of technical and functional staff members in the course of each project.
- Acts as the primary liaison to the client (requesting) organization, OIT management, internal and external service providers, and all other project stakeholders.
- Utilizes waterfall and agile project management practices and methodologies to assist in the development of these practices and methodologies.
- Applies waterfall and agile project management practices in a flexible way to ensure effectiveness in diverse circumstances and to mentor less senior staff in the application of these practices and methodologies.
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FLSA |
Exempt |
Grade |
37S |
Salary Details |
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Minimum Salary |
121608.000 |
Mid Range Salary |
147221.000 |
Maximum Salary |
175737.000 |
Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
Position Status |
Full Time |
Working Hours (per week) |
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Standard Hours |
37.50 |
Daily Work Shift |
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Work Arrangement |
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at
https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu. |
Union Description |
HPAE 5094 |
Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
Seniority Unit |
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Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- 7 years of IT Project Management experience.
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Certifications/Licenses |
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Experience with large and complex application implementation projects.
- Demonstrated experience with System Development LifeCycle (SDLC) and Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies.
- Demonstrated experience leading large and diverse project teams including both functional and technical personnel.
- Demonstrated experience applying formal project management methodologies to large and complex Data Warehousing projects and Clinical Health Data.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Experience utilizing MS Project, MS Teams, and MS Office Suite of products, Smartsheets, and Jira and Asana change management software.
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Preferred Qualifications |
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
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Equipment Utilized |
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Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.
- Office environment with moderate Noise.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
Posting Number |
25ST1915 |
Posting Open Date |
09/05/2025 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
Home Location Campus |
Off Campus |
City |
Somerset |
State |
NJ |
Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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