Project Manager, Academic Scheduling

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Position Summary
Responsible for overseeing one or more advanced projects. Responsible for the overall planning, management and completion and implementation of IT projects and programs.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform highly critical and/or complex analyses and design.

• Advanced knowledge of Datatel programming tools and programming environment. Ability to assess programming implications and anticipate related programming needs.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the interaction between UNIX and computers.

• Knowledge of the principles of local area networks and ability to integrate into existing UNIXand computer applications.

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Strong knowledge and experience providing effective customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed analysis of project requests; defines scope of project; assigns tasks toprogrammer/analysts; establishes measurable time segments; and monitors project to completion.

• Responsible for defining system requirements, designing, programming, and installing assignedadministrative/educational systems.

• Responsible for, scheduling, reviewing, and monitors project work to ensure that progress iswithin expected guidelines and is completed on time and within budget.

• Manage project roles, identify resource requirements, meet training needs, define projectdeliverables, provide customer satisfaction and reporting structures and insure quality ofprojects.

• Assembles project teams, assigns individual responsibilities, and develops project schedules.

• Programs advanced or complex tasks associated with project assignments; performs emergencycorrections as required.

• Keeps management abreast of project status and/or problems. Confers with supervisor regardingstandards and procedures.

• Plans and coordinates implementation of projects with operations and the Colleague SystemsAdministrator.

• Writes, tests, and documents programs; acts as technical resource to trainers.

• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential dutiesand responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher plus four years of experience in project management or systemsanalysis and/or programming or Associate's degree plus six years of experience in projectmanagement or systems analysis and/or programming.

• Official transcripts will be required.

• Bilingual or Multilingual Preferred

***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint
check. ***

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties andresponsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration ofthe total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may bedirected to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas.We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law.In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.