Summary
The Iowa State University Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead technological initiatives that directly support our institutional goals and strategic priorities. This role is ideal for a project management professional who enjoys working across diverse technical domains and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders and technical teams. You will facilitate project meetings, drive decision-making, manage expectations, and ensure that project communications are clear, consistent, and tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences. You will also identify and manage project risks and issues, coordinate resolutions, and maintain all required project documentation and reporting artifacts.
The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and demonstrated experience managing IT projects. You should be comfortable working with cross-functional teams, balancing competing priorities, and maintaining a high level of documentation discipline and stakeholder engagement. Familiarity with both traditional and agile project management approaches is highly desirable, and professional certifications such as PMP®, CAPM®, or PMI-ACP® are preferred but not required.
If you are a proactive, detail-oriented IT Project Manager who thrives on bringing structure, clarity, and accountability to complex initiatives, we encourage you to apply and help us deliver technology solutions that advance the mission of Iowa State University.
This position does provide the opportunity for hybrid work. The employee must reside in the state of Iowa on or before the start of employment.
Example of Duties
• Coordinates installation, maintenance, and evaluation of current network communications including LAN/WAN systems.
• Coordinates with vendors for obtaining items such as routers and switches for installation.
• Supports project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons.
• Plans and executes work for project implementation.
Preferred Qualifications
Progressively responsible project management experience, preferably in an IT environment.
Project management certification (PMP®, CAPM®, PMI-ACP®) or demonstrated progress toward certification.
Experience delivering projects using Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, and/or hybrid methodologies.
Experience with enterprise project and work-management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Smartsheet, MS Project).
Experience supporting higher education, public-sector, or similarly complex stakeholder environments.
Additional Skills Considered Valuable
Customer-service mindset with ability to build trust and navigate competing priorities.
Strong written communication: meeting notes, status reports, RAID logs, and executive summaries.
Experience facilitating cross-functional governance (steering committees, change control, decision logs).
Proficiency with project tooling (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Azure DevOps) and Excel-based tracking.
Budget/vendor coordination experience (SOW review, renewals, invoice tracking) in partnership with procurement/finance.
Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and drive consensus on scope/schedule tradeoffs.
For more information about Information Technology Services, please visit: Information Technology Services
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by May 3, 2026.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.