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Walden University · 2 days ago
Senior Project Manager
Columbia, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$69K/yr - $124K/yr
5+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Analyzes projects to determine functions and resources involved, implications to the Business, and issues.
Identifies necessary approvals related to planning and implementation activities. Provides guidance to business leaders on how to seek approvals.
Researches and interprets policies, guidelines, etc. and incorporates these into implementation plans and execution efforts.
Conducts project prioritization efforts based on various factors including revenue goals, resource scheduling, marketing and recruitment window (“runway”), process readiness, etc. Makes recommendations on resulting priority sequences.
Ensures implementation of prescribed regulatory compliance/accreditation requirements, academic policies, student disclosure requirements, student finance regulations and policies, catalog and website policies, policies and procedures for marketing, recruitment, IT, career services, operations, etc., and other critical policy requirements.
Assesses readiness of all items required for approval (e.g., OK-to-Recruit or other official communiqué) and recommends their approval to the appropriate senior officer.
Initiates, authors and provides thorough and timely communications regarding the planning and status of multiple projects to Implementation Team members and appropriate stakeholders.
Analyzes and researches issues and problems; identifies and recommends solutions; implements.
As Central Services representative, actively participates on Product Steering Committee and related work.
Manages project teams and related implementation activities according to project plans in a matrix organization.
Coaches and develops team members in support of the achievement of the project.
Manages other projects as assigned by Central Services management.
Communicates project progress and issues to clients, especially related to impact of changes in project resources, scheduling, scope and delivery.
Works closely with the groups involved to ensure smooth implementation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's Degree Required
5+ years of full lifecycle project management experience including knowledge of PMBOK or other equivalent methodology
Experience in an academic enterprise is definitely a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and determine effective business and alternative solutions
Demonstrate initiative and ability to advance projects while managing multiple initiatives
Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and work in a fast-paced environment with many initiatives
Ability to manage a variety of business and vendor resources
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision and direction
Proficient with project management practices and tools
Capability to influence and instill credibility in sponsors, peers, and subordinates by meeting project milestones, deadlines, and budget
Preferred
Master's degree in business or project management desirable
Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) desired
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
12 Paid Holidays
Company
Walden University
A higher degree. A higher purpose.
1,001-5,000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2021 (23)
2020 (15)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-09-11Acquired· by Adtalem Global Education ($1.48B)
Leadership Team
Jennifer Underwood
Founder and CEO
Dr. Mack Chapman D.B.A.
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