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Project Manager and Enterprise Systems Coordinator

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Position Title

Project Manager and Enterprise Systems Coordinator

Additional Information

Ball State University Information Technology is seeking a Project Manager and Enterprise Systems Coordinator. The successful applicant will research, setup and configure enterprise solutions based on end user requirements as a system administrator. In this role you will perform advisory functions that include project evaluation and prioritization, initiative identification, project request analysis, project and purchase recommendations, tracking implementation and budgets. In this position, you will be working collaboratively with the campus community to integrate enterprise technologies into our environment. If you are interested in this type of work, please apply to be a member of our team.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Benefits and Community

https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff

Relocation

https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation

FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

Provide systems expertise, direction and guidance as part of the Enterprise Project Support Office ( EPSO ). The EPSO will work with university-wide project stakeholders to develop project business cases and supporting budgets for review and approval of the vice presidential liaisons. The EPSO will perform advisory functions that include project evaluation and prioritization, initiative identification, project request analysis, project and purchase recommendations, tracking implementation, system administration, budgets and benefits measurement. This position spends equal portions of time on both functional and technical duties.

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Minimum Experience

At least two years of professional IT experience including project management experience, experience as system coordinator/ administrator for an enterprise solution; demonstrated experience working with third-party vendors to determine product and services technical compatibilities. At least two years of customer service and training experience. Ability to learn and create specifications for SQL scripts in an ERP environment.

Minimum Other

Experience in communication and presentation skills; ability to quickly adapt and become familiar with university processes and procedures and quickly establish a rapport and confidence among multiple university units and levels of the organization. Ability to meet with end users to capture and understand needs and processes to make informed recommendations for process improvement or system solutions. Must be willing to assure the continuity of enterprise systems and be available to provide support assistance on a 24 hour-a-day, 365 day-a-year basis.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technology or business related program.

Preferred Experience

Five years of experience working in an IT environment at a higher educational institution providing hardware/software solutions at a managerial or leadership level. Five years of project management and Ellucian Banner ERP experience and knowledge.

Preferred Other

Strong communication skills and the demonstrated ability to coordinate systems design, implementation and operation using a team-oriented approach.

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Department

Information Technology Services:120040

Department Information

The minimum salary for this position is $60,000.00.

Department Email or Phone Number

285-6275

Duties & Responsibilities

Ranking

1

Job Duty

Conduct technical and process feasibility review of incoming requests. Work with other IT staff as needed to examine projected impact on existing technologies composing the institution’s application and service portfolio; deliver recommendations to designated representatives showing anticipated risk/reward, technical integration analysis, support requirements, duplication and overlap analysis, and anticipated budget.

Ranking

2

Job Duty

Serve as university system owner and coordinator/ administrator for systems designated by IT leadership.

Ranking

3

Job Duty

Participate as a member of project teams for system purchases and implementation to provide system admin role, project management, end user training, technical analysis and guidance regarding integration of purchased systems with the existing enterprise environment.

Ranking

4

Job Duty

Research, setup and configure enterprise solutions based on end user requirements as a system admin. Support end users and functional areas on enterprise solutions.

Ranking

5

Job Duty

Analyze and evaluate requests for project assistance or ERP -related third-party system purchases, employing the IT Guiding Principles as foundational principles of the analysis and review process.

Ranking

6

Job Duty

Develop and implement processes to track and report progress, budget, and timeline adherence for requests approved by the vice presidential liaisons. Subsequent to request completion or implementation, analyze and report return on investment and final disposition of each request.

Ranking

7

Job Duty

Perform efficiency analysis of existing business processes in various functional areas. Collaborate with functional areas to identify and replace inefficient business processes with more effective and automated processes.

Ranking

8

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Number

202100812P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

11/01/2021

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

09/20/2021

Applications Accepted Through Date

10/10/2021

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Undergraduate Transcripts
  2. Master's Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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