MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leads planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of assigned projects using established project management frameworks and methodologies.
Manages the coordination of cross-functional project teams, leads and facilitates effective team meetings, synthesizes discussions, and documents actionable next steps.
Develops and maintains comprehensive project documentation, including charters, schedules, risk registers, and status reports for all assigned initiatives.
Coordinates closely with Vice Presidents within the Workforce and Careers division on projects, system implementations, and initiatives requiring resources or infrastructure support. This includes the Vice Presidents for the following Schools and teams: Information Technology, Career Link, Nursing, Health Sciences, Garatoni School of Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Public Affairs & Social Services, Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Sciences, and Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management.
Works in close partnership with the Executive Director for Grant Implementation & Management, Workforce and Careers to align activities and documentation to project management standards, governance expectations, and reporting cadence for the Workforce and Careers project, award, and initiatives portfolio.
Manages project scope, schedule, budget, and quality to ensure deliverables meet stakeholder expectations and organizational requirements.
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates project risks and issues; escalates concerns to appropriate leadership when necessary.
Facilitates project meetings and documents decisions, action items, and outcomes.
Communicates project status, milestones, and deliverables to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership, campus partners, and external entities.
Manages stakeholder expectations and builds collaborative relationships across campuses, College teams, and external partners.
Supports procurement and vendor management activities for assigned projects, including statement-of-work development and contract coordination.
Partners with Sponsored Programs and Ivy Tech Foundation to monitor grant compliance, ensuring project activities meet institutional policies and funder requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of project management processes, templates, and standards within the Workforce & Careers division.
This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Executive Director for Grant Implementation & Management, Workforce and Careers
SUPERVISION GIVEN: None
HIRING RANGE: $80,000 - $85,000
POSITION FUNDING: This is a grant-funded, full-time position. There is no guarantee of continued employment beyond the grant period, which ends on 12/31/28.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree required.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
Two or more years of experience managing projects of moderate to high complexity required.
Experience with project management software and tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, or similar platforms) required.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities required.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
Experience in higher education or grant-funded environments preferred.
Must have the ability and willingness to travel within the state.
Must demonstrate the ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds our students and employees represent, and in which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.