Technical Project Manager

Primary Function

The Illinois Interactive Report Card ( IIRC ) at Northern Illinois University manages and disseminates an award-winning school improvement website for Illinois K-12 schools ( www.illinoisreportcard.com ) and an exciting new public data system for postsecondary institutions in Illinois ( www.illinoispostsecondaryprofiles.com .) IIRC’s mission is to facilitate education by providing an excellent public service resource for educators, parents, students and public stakeholders across the State of Illinois.
IIRC was established on October 14, 2003, through an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Illinois State Board of Education and the Board of Trustees of Northern Illinois University, and now has additional agreements in place with the Illinois Board of Higher Education and the Illinois Community College Board. IIRC is affiliated with the Center for P-20 Engagement in the Division of Outreach, Engagement and Regional Development.

Primary Functions of Position
The Technical Project Manager will serve three primary functions: coordinate with the Director to drive project planning and execution; develop and maintain appropriate project management and documentation systems in support of departmental projects; and create and submit progress reports, analyses and other documentation related to work on departmental projects. Other duties may be assigned in coordination with the Director.

Duties and Responsibilities (generally)

The Technical Project Manager will serve three primary functions: coordinate with the Director to drive project planning and execution; develop and maintain appropriate project management and documentation systems in support of departmental projects; and create and submit progress reports, analyses and other documentation related to work on departmental projects. Other duties may be assigned in coordination with the Director.

Minimum Required Qualifications for this position

1. Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, management information systems or related degree.
2. Demonstrated experience of managing software development projects.
3. Certification for Agile or Scrum required, with preference given to applicants with additional certifications.

Specialty Factors (Additional Required Qualifications)

Education and Experience Preferred

1. Master’s degree in computer science, OMIS, management or a related field and two or more years’ project management experience.
2. Strong preference given to experience in software development or data systems.
3. Project Management Professional ( PMP ) certification preferred.
4. Prior experience in web design and information content within . NET preferred.6.
5. Familiarity with Azure CI/CD pipeline processes and applications strongly preferred.
6. Minimum 2 years’ experience with Microsoft Azure, particularly Azure storage solutions, strongly preferred.
7. Project Management Professional ( PMP ) certification preferred.
8. Prior experience in web design and information content within .net preferred.
9. Familiarity with Atlassian product family (Jira/Trello/Bitbucket) preferred.
10. Knowledge of School Curriculum and Assessment information/measures preferred.

List the knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to the performance of this position.

1. Ability to communicate clearly, both oral and written communication.
2. Good organizational and team skills; ability to interact with public.
3. Knowledge of School Curriculum and Assessment information/measures preferred.

Working Hours

M-F 8:00 - 4:30

Minimum Pay Rate (Hourly or Monthly)

$60,000/year

Hiring Rate Information

Actual hiring rate is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity; position includes a robust benefits package to eligible applicants.

Posting Date

05/09/2022

Closing Date

05/16/2022

Priority Review Date

Special Instructions for Applicants

Application Procedures

• Out of state applicants must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days after employment start date.

• Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position, however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience.

• If you have education and/or training in excess of what is required, we encourage you to upload your unofficial transcripts.

• After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this particular position.

• Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from jobs@niu.edu and CivilServiceTesting@niu.edu. Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication.

• We STRONGLY recommend that contact information used in your online profile be personal use, not professional/work information: personal email address, home address, and phone numbers. The information you provide is used to make contact on search updates, department referrals and interviews, etc. We must be able to relay sensitive and important information in a way that protects your privacy concerning job search activity, now and in the future.

• The Civil Service examination for this classification is a Credentials Assessment, and is based on your application materials as submitted for this posting. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview.

• Once this position has been filled, all names will be removed from the employment register in accordance with State Universities Civil Service System rule

• If eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application in order to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.

• Click on IT Technical Associate for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements.

• Please click Human Resource Services – Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University’s benefits package.

• Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Link to Department Homepage

https://www.illinoisreportcard.com/

Physical Demands

General office

EEO Statement

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Is Background Check Required

Yes

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

Safety Information

NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.

• Read the Annual Safety and Security Report . Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

• Read the Fire Safety Report . Contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at 815-753-0404 for a hard copy.

Quick Link

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/62988

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • PHD
2. * What field/major is your degree in?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Have you attached all transcripts to support the degrees you are submitting for consideration?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Please rate your level of experience in managing software development projects.
   • Entry
   • Intermediate
   • Expert
5. * Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
6. * Are you Agile or Scrum certified?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Certifications/Licensure #1

Optional Documents

1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
2. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
3. Other