IT Project Manager III

IT Project Manager III (Finance) HYBRID EMPLOYEE

Reports to the institution in Tampa, FL. Can work remotely 1 to 2 days a week.

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

The IT Project Manager III provides leadership and oversight for complex network infrastructure projects that support the university's technology. The IT Project Manager III ensures initiatives are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with institutional priorities. This position collaborates with senior leadership, technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders to achieve outcomes that enhance network reliability, connectivity, and long‑term sustainability.

Located in the vibrant and diverse Tampa Bay region of Florida's gulf coast, the University of South Florida (USF) is a Preeminent State Research University with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota‑Manatee. Rated as one of the top places to live in the U.S., Tampa Bay offers a high quality of life, year‑round sunshine, and easy access to top‑rated entertainment.

USF is one of the nation's largest public universities, serving more than 50,000 students with an annual budget of $1.8 billon. Over the past five years, USF has been the fastest‑rising university in the nation, public or private, on the U.S. News and World Report's list of best universities, which it ranks as the 44th best public university in America.

USF is proud to be an innovating partner within the Tampa Bay region, listed by Forbes as the top emerging tech city in the country.

USF Information Technology (USF IT) provides technology services and support for the University of South Florida. The IT team, led by the Vice President and CIO, provides the following services:
Administrative Services, Client Support, Communication Services, Teaching and Learning, Analytics and Reporting, Mobile and Web Services, Consulting Services, Cybersecurity Service and Research Technologies. For more information, please visit:
Information Technology | University of South Florida (usf.edu).

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Various Retirement Options , including 401K employer match
• Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner or dependent)

For more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit:
Work at USF

Bachelor's degree in Business or Information Systems. Six (6) years in any occupation in related positions with IT project management, leading large‑scale Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing initiatives experience. Six (6) years in any occupation in related positions with IT project management, leading large‑scale Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing initiatives experience must include:
Four (4) years of experience applying Project Management Professional (PMP) methodology;
Four (4) years of experience in Product Management in Networking;
Experience with Project Management Tools; and Experience with Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing.

Employer will accept a Masters in Business or Information Systems and Four (4) years of experience in any occupation in related positions with IT project management, leading large‑scale Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing initiatives experience. Must have skills listed above.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No.

1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first‑class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan…