IT Project Manager

Position: IT Project Manager I

IT Project Manager I

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Position Overview

North Carolina Central University (NCCU), a historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, has been a cornerstone of education since 1910. The university is rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. Join our team to enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work‑life balance. Your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve.

Primary

Purpose of Position

The IT Project Manager I is responsible for coordinating, managing, and delivering technology projects that support the strategic and operational goals of NCCU and its Information Technology Services (ITS). The role leads project planning, execution, and completion within defined timelines and approved budgets. Responsibilities include identifying and securing required resources, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring effective communication throughout the project life cycle, establishing project objectives, monitoring progress, managing risks, and ensuring quality standards are met to achieve successful outcomes.

Required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment. Flexibility, adaptability, analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to navigate shifting priorities are essential. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are required, along with the capacity to motivate, influence, and secure stakeholder cooperation at all levels. The role requires customer service orientation, prioritization skills, and the ability to work effectively under high pressure.

Minimum Education /Experience

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must have at least four years of experience leading or coordinating technology projects, with knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and software platforms. Familiarity with project management software, documentation of business processes, and a solid working knowledge of current internet technologies and modern IT environments are required.

Licenses

or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

PMP certification preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, NCCU reaffirms its commitment to being an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status is prohibited. All personnel matters are administered in accordance with this policy.

Primary Responsibilities And Duties Information Technology

Define the project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with ITS and campus leaders. Communicate project expectations timely and transparently. Liaise with stakeholders, manage project expectations, schedule timelines and milestones, track progress, determine meeting frequencies, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, define success criteria, conduct post‑mortems, and develop best practices for project execution.

Administrative

Direct and manage project development, develop full‑scale plans and communications, delegate tasks, resolve issues and conflicts, manage dependencies and critical paths, deliver progress reports, proposals, documentation, and presentations, and proactively manage changes in scope with contingency plans.

Instructional

Provide guidance and support to team members and external partners, encouraging accountability, collaboration, and high‑quality performance, and maintain strong relationships across campus.

Posting Details

• Posting Number: EPA
  03449P
• Open Date: 12/17/2025
• Close Date: 01/05/2026
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes

Applicant Documents Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Higher Education

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