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Posted: 17-Apr-26
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: $92,000-$117,500
Internal Number: 2026059
Director, Project Management Office
Posting Details
| POSTING INFORMATION | |
| Internal Title | Director, Project Management Office |
| Position Type | Unclassified |
| Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration | Administration |
| Pay Band | |
| Level | |
| Department | Portfolio Management Office |
| Job Purpose | The IT Project Management Office Director leads the university’s IT PMO and reports directly to the Chief Information Officer. This position is responsible for developing the governance framework, methodology, and operational procedures for the PMO, while managing a portfolio of significant technology initiatives, including ERP and enterprise system-wide modernization. The director oversees project managers and business analysts, actively working to enhance project management capabilities within the IT department. As a key leader, the Director establishes and implements methodologies, processes, and practices that ensure the PMO consistently aligns resources with institutional goals and objectives. This alignment is crucial for achieving clear, impactful outcomes that advance the college’s mission and requirements. The Director will manage a team of project managers, cultivating a collaborative, high-performance environment focused on institutional projects. By promoting measurable success and continuous improvement, this role ensures resources are properly prioritized and outcomes are monitored to deliver tangible results and value to the institution. |
| Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in project management and business analysis. Must have experience structuring a PMO focused on measurable results, working knowledge of PMI best practices, and PMP certification. Preference given to those with higher education experience. Equivalent relevant experience and/or education also considered. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | A dynamic and innovative leader with a proven ability to cultivate strong relationships across the organization. Demonstrates proactive and solution-oriented approaches, delivering high-quality analysis as a subject matter expert in project management/prioritization, business process, and business analysis. Skilled in assessing organizational needs and implementing effective solutions to enhance efficiency and drive cost savings. Successfully leads diverse teams through complex projects and formulates strategies to foster change by engaging stakeholders. Extensive knowledge of higher education business processes and applications is highly desirable. |
| Additional Comments Regarding Position | Occasional overnight travel required for professional development. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu. |
| Salary | *$92,000-117,500 |
| Posting Date | 04/17/2026 |
| Closing Date | 05/15/2026 |
| Benefits |
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| Open Until Filled | No |
| Posting Number | 2026059 |
| EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. |
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Job Duties
| Job Duties | |
| Activity | Provides leadership and oversight for the development, implementation, and evaluation of project management methodologies, life cycle, processes, practices, communications, and reporting, ensuring alignment with PMI best practices. Drives enterprise-wide project prioritization by managing and monitoring project resources, milestones, tasks, and budgets across all departments. Guarantees timely completion of all project components within the established schedule, while proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks. Develops comprehensive mitigation plans and resolves issues that may impact project outcomes, escalating critical concerns to management as needed. Directs the PMO and assists IT teams and stakeholders in executing project plans and strategies that reflect industry standards and support institutional priorities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and organizational efficiency. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 30 |
| Activity | ?Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the IT department’s project management framework, with a strong emphasis on project prioritization and intake processes governed by robust oversight. Establish clear intake procedures and governance structures to ensure that projects are systematically evaluated, prioritized, and aligned with institutional objectives. Develop and tailor charter templates, status reporting mechanisms, and governance protocols to reinforce transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle. Create a hybrid Agile-Waterfall methodology that accommodates the diverse needs of university projects, while maintaining flexibility and predictability. Provide portfolio-level visibility for executives through dashboards, risk registers, and resource allocation tools, enabling informed decision-making and strategic prioritization. Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in the PMO by conducting regular retrospectives and setting process maturity goals. Oversee projects from initial intake and prioritization through planning, execution, and completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints. Implement streamlined workflows for efficient execution and modernization across platforms, coordinating all project phases to maximize cost-effectiveness and identify opportunities for system improvements that strategically align project management efforts with organizational goals. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 25 |
| Activity | Fosters robust internal and external collaboration, actively promoting shared governance as a central principle. Builds and sustains strong relationships with both stakeholders and external P3 (Public-Private Partnership) partners to ensure effective project oversight and alignment. Works closely with institutional functional units and P3 partners to assess business processes and system utilization, identify gaps and needs, and provides strategic guidance for optimizing resource allocation and operational efficiency. Facilitates project prioritization through cooperative efforts with the Technology Steering Committee, Leadership, campus stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring all voices are represented in governance. Aligns business analysts with business units and manages project manager assignments, cultivating a culture of project management and shared responsibility within IT and across the institution. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 20 |
| Activity | Establishes a culture of communication within IT and campus community on project plans and status updates with project teams, stakeholders, and senior leaders. Provides regular project reports to the office of the CIO and Technology Steering Committee. Develops and disseminates information on project updates. Maintains a campus project website to disseminate project prioritization and status to stakeholders and the institution. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 10 |
| Activity | Manages recruitment, coaching, and development of a skilled BA/PM team. Sets annual departmental goals aligned with IT and institutional strategy. Conducts performance reviews, establishes individual improvement plans, and ensures staff training and certification. Provides yearly professional development and maintains compliance with campus and HR policies. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 10 |
| Activity | Evaluates the project life-cycle and implements process improvements as needed. Leads institutional assessment for the Project Management Office and participates on the IT Steering Committee. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 5 |
