Project Manager III

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• Project Management and Execution - Identifies, scopes, plans, and executes cross-functional projects within OPS, including those related to public safety, emergency management, and threat assessment. Monitors progress, manages timelines and resources, resolves obstacles, and ensures successful project delivery aligned with strategic goals.
• Process Improvement and Operational Integration - Leads the development, documentation, and implementation of standardized processes, procedures, and training programs across OPS units. Coordinates efforts to streamline internal workflows and integrate OPS functions with other university departments and external stakeholders to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
• Training Development and Implementation - Designs, develops, and facilitates comprehensive training programs for OPS personnel that support operational excellence and compliance with university and regulatory standards. Ensures training initiatives are updated regularly, aligned with best practices, and responsive to evolving organizational needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication - Collaborates with campus departments, community partners, and external agencies to support OPS initiatives and foster integration and awareness. Prepares and delivers regular updates and presentations to leadership and key stakeholders on project milestones, operational changes, and outcomes.
• Strategic Analysis and Continuous Improvement - Conducts data-driven assessments of existing OPS programs and initiatives to evaluate performance, identify gaps, and recommend improvements. Contributes to the development of long-term planning documents and departmental priorities to ensure alignment with the university's mission and safety strategy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and tools, including the ability to define scope, track deliverables, and manage cross-functional teams to successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated skill in process improvement and operational efficiency, with the ability to assess, design, and implement standardized workflows across departments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly to various audiences and foster collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate training programs that align with departmental needs and compliance standards, particularly in the areas of public safety, emergency management, and threat assessment.
• Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess program effectiveness, interpret data, and recommend improvements aligned with organizational goals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, high-stakes environment, while maintaining attention to detail and organizational goals. Proficiency in project management software and productivity tools, and the ability to support team members in their use.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant project management, process improvement, or operational planning experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience working with public safety, emergency management, or other areas within OPS.