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Our client seeks a dedicated and innovative Instructional Technology Specialist to enhance our educational programs in Jacksonville, Florida, US . This role involves integrating cutting-edge technology into our teaching and learning environments, supporting educators and students, and driving digital literacy. You will be instrumental in ensuring our learning platforms are effective, accessible, and engaging for all users.

Responsibilities:

• Support the integration and effective use of learning management systems (LMS) and other educational technologies.
• Provide technical assistance and training to faculty, staff, and students on various educational software and hardware.
• Develop and maintain online learning resources, tutorials, and documentation.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and faculty to create engaging digital learning experiences.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to instructional technology.
• Evaluate and recommend new educational technologies to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Assist in the management and maintenance of educational technology infrastructure.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in educational technology and digital learning.
• Contribute to projects aimed at enhancing the digital learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) for digital content.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote flexibility with in-office collaboration in Jacksonville, Florida, US . We are looking for a proactive individual with a passion for technology and education. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to supporting our educational community. Experience with various LMS platforms, content creation tools, and a strong understanding of pedagogical principles related to technology integration are essential. This role is vital in empowering our users to leverage technology effectively for academic success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an educational technology support or specialist role.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle).
• Experience with multimedia and content creation tools (e.g., video editing, graphic design).
• Strong understanding of web technologies and troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Our client, a renowned educational institution, is looking for an experienced and innovative Senior Instructional Technology Lead to join their remote team, conceptually located in Sacramento, California, US . This role is critical in driving the effective integration of technology to enhance teaching and learning across the institution. You will be responsible for the strategic planning, development, implementation, and support of instructional technologies, including learning management systems (LMS), online course platforms, digital content tools, and assessment technologies. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of pedagogical best practices, adult learning theories, and current trends in educational technology. You will lead initiatives to evaluate new technologies, pilot innovative solutions, and provide professional development to faculty and staff on leveraging technology for impactful learning experiences. This position requires strong project management skills, the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Experience with data analysis and reporting on technology usage and effectiveness is also essential. A Master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field, combined with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in instructional technology leadership, is highly desirable. A proven track record of successfully implementing and managing large-scale instructional technology initiatives is required. You will be a key advisor to faculty and leadership on technology adoption and integration strategies. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to influence educational practices on a broad scale and work with a dedicated team committed to academic excellence.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and innovative Lead Instructional Technology Specialist to enhance educational delivery and foster technology integration within academic environments. This role offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between on-site engagement and remote flexibility, based in Des Moines, Iowa, US . You will be responsible for the strategic implementation and support of educational technologies, providing training and guidance to educators, and contributing to the development of engaging digital learning experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of pedagogical principles, proficiency with various learning management systems (LMS) and educational software, and excellent communication and training skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the selection, implementation, and management of instructional technology tools and platforms, including LMS, video conferencing software, and digital content creation tools.
• Provide expert technical support and training to faculty, staff, and students on the effective use of educational technologies.
• Develop and deliver workshops and training materials on a wide range of instructional technology topics.
• Collaborate with educators to design and develop engaging online courses and blended learning experiences that leverage technology effectively.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to instructional technology and work with IT departments to resolve them promptly.
• Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in instructional technology and educational innovation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing technologies and recommend improvements or new solutions.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to the use of instructional technology.
• Contribute to institutional initiatives focused on enhancing teaching and learning through technology.
• Manage vendor relationships and procurement of educational technology resources.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instructional technology support, educational technology integration, or a similar role within an academic setting.
• Proven experience with major Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle).
• Proficiency with a variety of educational software and digital tools (e.g., video editing, presentation software, interactive whiteboards).
• Experience in designing and delivering technical training sessions.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and how technology can enhance learning.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with hybrid or remote work models is beneficial.
• Project management skills are a plus.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of education through technology. If you are passionate about empowering educators and enhancing student learning, we encourage you to apply. The position is based in Des Moines, Iowa, US , with a hybrid work arrangement.

We are the world's learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.
The Evaluation Systems group of Pearson offers dynamic teacher licensing and performance assessment solutions. Our custom teacher licensure testing programs are 100 percent aligned to state standards. We also provide a wide variety of teacher licensure testing services such as test development, administration, and scoring. We work in a collaborative environment and are passionate about education.
Scoring offers the opportunity to network with other professionals and stay abreast of the latest developments in your field. Scorers have a direct impact on the quality of the next generation of teachers and help to maintain professional standards. Scorers enjoy the change of pace, the mental challenge and the opportunity to give back to their educational field.
We have immediate openings for candidates to score Instructional Technology remotely for our Hadley, MA office.
**Key benefits**
* Starting rate of $17.50 per hour
* Flexibility to work scoring sessions that suit your availability
* Working remotely
**Overall Responsibilities**
* Evaluates responses of teacher candidates in Georgia.
* Successfully internalizes training and scoring guide, participates in discussions.
* Must be able to put aside personal biases and apply scoring guide according to rubric requirements.
* Meets quality and productivity requirements established for the scoring program.
* Engage with other scorers in consensus scoring activities.
* Pass a qualifying test before scoring.
**Working Conditions**
Training takes place before scoring begins. There may be a brief orientation meeting before the day of scoring occurs.
Scoring sessions are typically one day long and take place during the week Monday through Friday. Scoring sessions will occur once every 2 months. The scoring day runs from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 4:30 p.m., including training.
**Qualifications**
* A bachelor's degree or higher, and
* A current Instructional Technology certification **AND** be practicing or have two (2) or more years' recent experience in the service role in a public school
OR serve as, or have recently served as, a college/university/program faculty member who prepares candidates in Instructional Technology
**and MUST NOT** be a current Georgia educator/based in the State of Georgia.
Both active and recently retired practitioners can be eligible to score.
* Basic computer skills (keyboard, mouse)
* Ability to sit for extended periods of time
* Ability to maintain a confidential work environment
* Eligible to work in the United States
**NOTE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.**
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**Job:** Evaluation
**Job Family:** LEARNING_&_CONTENT_DELIVERY
**Organization:** Assessment & Qualifications
**Schedule:** PART_TIME
**Workplace Type:** Remote
**Req ID:** 20669

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At **Hackensack Meridian** **_Health_** we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The **Curricular Design / Instructional Tech Coordinator** assists the Senior Director of Instructional and Curricular Design to support the faculty and staff at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine (HMSOM) in designing and revising curriculum across all four years and expanding academic support using current and emerging technologies. This role involves assessing learning needs, developing educational sessions, collaborating with faculty on learning objectives and teaching methodologies, ensuring alignment between assessments and objectives, and creating faculty resources such as training materials, online resources, and videos. This role also provides technical support to faculty and students on curricular systems and software, maintains online informational resources, and contributes to curricular technology committees, including those focused on AI.
***This is a hybrid role - 3 days onsite /2 days offsite**
**Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:**
+ Masters degree in Education, Technology or other relevant area of study, with a speciality in Instructional Design.
+ Minimum of 1 or more years of experience in instructional design.
+ Comfort learning and training others on the use of curricular technologies.
+ Critical thinker and problem-solver, particularly for educational issues.
+ Ability to recommend and develop all types of learning solutions, including online, synchronous, asynchronous, small, and large group classroom teaching.
+ Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.
**Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred:**
+ Experience working in an academic or healthcare setting.
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Minimum rate of $70,668.00 Annually
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**Job Location (Full Address):**
Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York, United States of America, 12224
**Opening:**
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
University IT / Acad Apps
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URG 111
Compensation Range:
$63,815.00 - $95,723.00
_The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._
**Responsibilities:**
GENERAL PURPOSE
Supports faculty in the use of instructional technology. Supports the use of the learning management system (LMS) and associated teaching technologies and multimedia tools used in pedagogical activities. Troubleshoots issues with, maintenance of, and integration of tools and technologies into teaching and learning activities. Serves as a technology resource when new technologies are recommended for and/or added to the learning environment.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Provides end-user support by troubleshooting user inquiries on the learning management system, media software, and other software systems used in course management.
+ Partners with other teams to troubleshoot issues associated with the tools used within the LMS.
+ Researches and makes recommendations for software upgrades or advancements.
+ Participates in software systems testing, quality assurance, maintenance, and upgrades.
+ Monitors updates and issues associated with the learning management system, as well as technologies supported and integrated within the LMS.
+ Executes system and service component upgrades through extensive testing and support and implementation strategies.
+ Researches and evaluates proposed software purchases, testing and evaluating systems.
+ Implements strategies to develop, support, enhance, and maintain the online delivery of education.
+ Develops processes and procedures for support of the LMS.
+ Participates in sessions with key stakeholders to understand needs and identify knowledge gaps.
+ Assists in writing and editing instructional materials.
+ Partners with faculty, staff, and IT support teams to develop and implement technology-related solutions and associated training videos and documents.
+ Translates instructional design into solutions.
+ Supports, advocates for, and expands online course development, use of the LMS, content management system, and online learning software.
+ Instructs users on the operation of online and mobile learning technologies, including but not limited to, learning management software, multimedia applications, and communication tools through online learning modules, workshops, or consultation.
+ Correlates pedagogical best practices with available tools and informs instructors of options.
+ Promotes, pilots, and supports new technologies for instruction.
+ Maintains knowledge of internet and educational technologies, both software and hardware.
+ Participates in training and other professional development activities.
+ Stays abreast of industry trends.
+ Participates in the hiring process for new staff.
Other duties as assigned.
**MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**
+ Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience required
+ Or equivalent combination of education and experience
+ Experience in higher education field preferred
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
+ Excellent communications skills required
+ Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously required
+ Ability to translate user needs into solution requirements required
+ Ability to actively participate in a team to produce valuable results required
+ Ability to learn new technologies quickly required
+ Experience with Mac and Windows operating systems required
+ Ability to provide on-call support as necessary required
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University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Information Technology Director, Wharton Computing and Instructional Technology
Job Profile Title
Information Technology Director
Job Description Summary
Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education's individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a dynamic community of staff, bringing a wide range of skills, experiences, and perspectives. To learn more, visit Computing Administrative Strategic Partnership Team
The Strategic Partnership team strengthens relationships to align technology with organizational goals. We collaborate with internal and external partners to understand needs, provide thought leadership, and drive effective technology development and use-empowering stakeholders to achieve their objectives and support the School's mission.
IT Director Role
This role serves as the strategic partner to Wharton administrative units, including the MBA Division, Wharton Finance & Administration, Wharton Human Resources, and others as assigned. This individual will advocate for stakeholder needs, ensuring technology aligns with their goals. They will lead planning and execution of technology initiatives that support departmental, School, and University objectives. Strong communication, strategic planning, negotiation, conflict resolution, time management, project management, and relationship-building skills are essential.
Current projects within the administrative units in which this person will be deeply involved include the re-platforming of a critical application for MBA Career Management (MAP) and its evolution into WEC (Wharton Experience Coordinator), representing Wharton Computing on the Slate Graduate Admissions implementation team.
This role will also involve analyzing business processes and identifying areas for improvement, leading change management efforts, and ensuring the smooth adoption of new technologies and workflows that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Job Description
Primary responsibilities of this role are:
Strategic Business Relationship Management
+ Maintain a high degree of visibility within assigned departments, participate in and contribute to staff meetings as appropriate.
+ Cultivate strong relationships with departmental leaders and stakeholders to ensure technology solutions effectively support their business goals.
+ Develop a deep understanding of business processes and staff roles within the administrative units.
Technology Strategy, Design, and Consulting
+ Advise on technology options, risks, costs vs. benefits, and impacts on products, services, and business processes.
+ Understand, map, and document key business processes needed to achieve successful business results and technology solutions; identify opportunities to improve processes through the effective use of technology.
+ Analyze technology trends to determine the impact on the achievement of School goals.
+ Lead and participate in cross-departmental projects to ensure seamless delivery and IT integration.
+ Manage vendor relationships as appropriate.
+ Oversee the resolution of escalated stakeholders' technology issues.
Strategic Planning
+ Participate in short- and long-term strategic planning sessions with departments and understand and anticipate the direction of the department
+ Identify opportunities and develop recommendations to support their desired future state.
Advocacy
+ Advocate for the technological needs of assigned departments, including the MBA Division, Wharton F&A, and Wharton HR, guiding strategic technology decisions and leading cross-departmental initiatives to align with organizational, School, and University objectives.
+ Act as the voice of Wharton Computing within administrative departments, representing technology vision and promoting technology services and resources.
+ Act as the voice of the customer within Wharton Computing, representing department strategies, priorities, and issues.
+ Learn, document, and promote business knowledge of technology processes, roles, and procedures to ensure the best possible outcomes.
+ Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five to seven years of experience in an IT organization, preferably in higher education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
+ Experience in strategic planning, business development, management, and client engagement.
+ Passion for strong service commitment and delivery.
+ Demonstrated leadership, diplomacy, and relationship-building skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and presentation skills.
+ Proven problem-solving, mediation, and negotiation skills.
+ Strong overall technology foundation and understanding of the evolving landscape.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Familiarity with and understanding of ITIL and/or ITSM.
+ Prior experience in Higher Education strongly preferred.
Applicants must submit a cover letter.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Wharton School
Pay Range
$120,000.00 - $124,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .
Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
+ Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
+ Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
+ Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
+ Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
+ Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
+ Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
+ Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
+ University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
+ Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
+ Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
+ Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
+ Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

IT Senior Project Leader, Wharton Computing and Instructional Technology

Job Profile Title

Information Technology Project Leader Senior

Job Description Summary

Wharton School Overview

Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education's individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a diverse population of staff, representing a rich array of backgrounds, expertise, and cultures. To learn more, visit

Reporting to the Executive Director, WCIT Communications -- this position has overall accountability for the development, continuous improvement, and implementation of a Project Coordination Office (PCO) organization for Wharton Computing.

This includes workflow processes and practices, standards, and project status reporting and communication, and of resources and

resource allocation to ensure projects are delivered on-time, on-budget with quality results in alignment with business expectations. You will inventory existing projects, identify the de facto project managers for each project, and provide resources and training to formalize the practice of project management for those (sometimes informal) project managers. Also help identify project sponsors, owners, key performance indicators, and communications plans for many (heretofore un-catalogued) complex and highly visible projects with myriad stakeholders across the school.

Develop and promote project management best practices that will be successful in a highly federated environment like Wharton.

Work to make the PCO a center of excellence drawn upon by the entire IT organization to provide services and share expertise.

Provide mentoring to staff both inside and outside of the PCO to build the overall project management bench-strength in the

organization. Create a portfolio management and reporting process with Senior leadership and the CIO.

As part of ongoing future development of Project Management/Coordination practice, evaluate current PM technologies and

products, and ensure appropriate tools are available for the organization. Develop and implements new Risk Management protocols, Project lifecycle planning, Financial/Budgeting management, and other project governance practices to deepen overall bench-strength for portfolio management across the organization. Collaborate and influence common project practice across the University.

In addition, provide direct Project Management for Identity and Access Management services for Wharton. Also, direct Project Management for cloud migration, governance, training, communications, and budgeting for Wharton's cloud-based infrastructure in Amazon Web Services.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Establish inventory, governance, and process for Project Coordination, including identifying project sponsors, owners, key performance indicators, and communications plans for many complex and highly visible projects with myriad stakeholders across the School. Perform all project management duties related to key projects that are critical to the business of the School.

• Work directly with project teams across the organization to facilitate and ensure effective planning, development, adherence to identified best practices, and execution of current projects in the organization's portfolio. Direct Project Management for cloud migration, governance, training, communications, and budgeting for Wharton's AWS-based infrastructure.

• Lead the creation and implementation of a Project Management Center of Excellence for Wharton Computing and the School. This includes identifying supported project management tools for a variety of projects, selecting a supported project management framework, and creating guidelines, toolkits, and best practices. Take the lead on evangelizing, championing, and cultivating effective project management practices in collaboration with School and University colleagues.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of progressive experience in IT project management, including large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives. Or, equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience working in complex, decentralized, or highly federated organizational environments.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent is preferred.

Technical & Methodology Expertise

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and portfolio management best practices.

• Experience with cloud projects (preferably AWS) and associated governance, budgeting, and training activities is preferred.

• Understanding of identity and access management concepts, tools, and processes.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for engaging with senior leadership, project sponsors, and technical teams.

• Strong presentation skills with the ability to translate technical information into business terms.

• Ability to work effectively across departments and influence the adoption of best practices without direct authority.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Wharton School

Pay Range

$100,000.00 - $138,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .

Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

• Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.

• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

• Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

• Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
IT Senior Project Leader, Wharton Computing and Instructional Technology
Job Profile Title
Information Technology Project Leader Senior
Job Description Summary
Wharton School Overview
Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education's individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a diverse population of staff, representing a rich array of backgrounds, expertise, and cultures. To learn more, visit to the Executive Director, WCIT Communications -- this position has overall accountability for the development, continuous improvement, and implementation of a Project Coordination Office (PCO) organization for Wharton Computing.
This includes workflow processes and practices, standards, and project status reporting and communication, and of resources and
resource allocation to ensure projects are delivered on-time, on-budget with quality results in alignment with business expectations. You will inventory existing projects, identify the de facto project managers for each project, and provide resources and training to formalize the practice of project management for those (sometimes informal) project managers. Also help identify project sponsors, owners, key performance indicators, and communications plans for many (heretofore un-catalogued) complex and highly visible projects with myriad stakeholders across the school.
Develop and promote project management best practices that will be successful in a highly federated environment like Wharton.
Work to make the PCO a center of excellence drawn upon by the entire IT organization to provide services and share expertise.
Provide mentoring to staff both inside and outside of the PCO to build the overall project management bench-strength in the
organization. Create a portfolio management and reporting process with Senior leadership and the CIO.
As part of ongoing future development of Project Management/Coordination practice, evaluate current PM technologies and
products, and ensure appropriate tools are available for the organization. Develop and implements new Risk Management protocols, Project lifecycle planning, Financial/Budgeting management, and other project governance practices to deepen overall bench-strength for portfolio management across the organization. Collaborate and influence common project practice across the University.
In addition, provide direct Project Management for Identity and Access Management services for Wharton. Also, direct Project Management for cloud migration, governance, training, communications, and budgeting for Wharton's cloud-based infrastructure in Amazon Web Services.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
+ Establish inventory, governance, and process for Project Coordination, including identifying project sponsors, owners, key performance indicators, and communications plans for many complex and highly visible projects with myriad stakeholders across the School. Perform all project management duties related to key projects that are critical to the business of the School.
+ Work directly with project teams across the organization to facilitate and ensure effective planning, development, adherence to identified best practices, and execution of current projects in the organization's portfolio. Direct Project Management for cloud migration, governance, training, communications, and budgeting for Wharton's AWS-based infrastructure.
+ Lead the creation and implementation of a Project Management Center of Excellence for Wharton Computing and the School. This includes identifying supported project management tools for a variety of projects, selecting a supported project management framework, and creating guidelines, toolkits, and best practices. Take the lead on evangelizing, championing, and cultivating effective project management practices in collaboration with School and University colleagues.
+ Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Education & Experience
+ Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of progressive experience in IT project management, including large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives. Or, equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Experience working in complex, decentralized, or highly federated organizational environments.
+ Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent is preferred.
Technical & Methodology Expertise
+ Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and portfolio management best practices.
+ Experience with cloud projects (preferably AWS) and associated governance, budgeting, and training activities is preferred.
+ Understanding of identity and access management concepts, tools, and processes.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for engaging with senior leadership, project sponsors, and technical teams.
+ Strong presentation skills with the ability to translate technical information into business terms.
+ Ability to work effectively across departments and influence the adoption of best practices without direct authority.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Wharton School
Pay Range
$100,000.00 - $138,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .
Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
+ Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
+ Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
+ Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
+ Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
+ Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
+ Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
+ Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
+ University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
+ Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
+ Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
+ Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
+ Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.