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The State University of New York · 10 hours ago

Director of Project Management

Albany, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$120K/yr - $148K/yr

5+ years exp

The State University of New York is seeking a Director of Project Management to lead the implementation of its $200M digital infrastructure investment. This role involves overseeing digital transformation initiatives, managing large-scale IT projects, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance institutional effectiveness and support student success.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Support SUNY's digital transformation initiatives in alignment with the SUNY Digital Transformation Project and the broader organizational strategy

Collaborate with SUNY System Administration and campus leadership to define, plan, and implement technology-driven solutions that enhance institutional effectiveness and support student and staff success

Support the development and execution of a comprehensive OIT roadmap that aligns with SUNY's long-term business and academic objectives

Collaborate with IT leadership and procurement teams to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security of systems, networks, data centers, and cloud services

Track and analyze key IT performance metrics to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement

Lead and manage complex, large-scale IT projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, budget constraints, procurement regulations, and delivery timelines

Coordinate with technical leadership and business analysts to ensure project requirements are accurately captured and addressed

Implement change management strategies to support successful technology adoption and integration across departments and campuses

Collaborate with the Business Office and IT to negotiate contracts and manage strategic relationships with technology vendors and service providers

Coordinate the development of technology bids and proposals in compliance with New York State and SUNY procurement rules and regulations

Track and present the project budget allocation, cost optimization, and resource management

Build strong partnerships across SUNY departments and campuses to understand operational and academic needs, ensuring IT solutions meet both technical and functional requirements

Serve as the primary liaison to SUNY Executive Leadership, NYS government entities (e.g., OGS, OSC, DOB, ITS), and external vendors, ensuring compliance with state regulations and fostering effective communication and coordination

Maintain robust governance structures to ensure accountability, transparency, and alignment in IT project delivery and budgeting

Collaborate with SUNY and NYS CISOs to uphold strong cybersecurity practices, data protection policies, and compliance with industry standards and regulations

Recruit, lead, and develop a multidisciplinary team of project managers

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance across the project organization

Ensure teams have the resources, training, and support needed to succeed in a fast-evolving digital environment

Provide regular updates, insights, and recommendations to SUNY leadership and other key stakeholders on project progress, risks, and successes

Translate complex technical concepts into accessible information for non-technical audiences

Qualification

PMP certificationSecure Systems Development Life CycleProject Management MethodologiesInformation Technology Infrastructure LibrarySystems Assurance MethodologyTeam LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelors degree, Master's degree preferred

Experience supervising a team of project management staff

PMP certification

Minimum 5 years relevant experience

Preferred

Project Management Methodologies

Secure Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including techniques aligned with the Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) and the Software Engineering Institute (SEI)

Systems Assurance Methodology and Quality Assurance best practices

Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Framework, along with Full Life Cycle Testing Methodologies and Application Testing strategies and tools

Benefits

NYS health insurance

Free dental and vision coverage

Competitive retirement options

Tuition assistance

Parental leave at full pay

Generous vacation, sick, and holiday time

13 days of paid holidays per year

21 days of vacation and 21 days of sick time accrued each year

Retirement: The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement

Health Insurance: Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles

Time Off: Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category

Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations

Flexible Working Arrangements: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid schedules, are available depending on position