Manager, Educational Project Management

UMA is a nonprofit healthcare educational institution with a national presence. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida and founded in 1994, UMA offers content-rich, interactive online programs as well as hands-on training at our Clearwater, Florida campus. 

• Medical (including prescription), Dental, Vision (UMA subsidized)
• FSA/HSA (Depending on Medical Plan chosen)
• $50,000 Life Insurance (UMA paid)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance (Team Member paid)
• Employee Assistance Program – EAP (UMA paid)
• Long Term Disability (UMA paid)
• Short Term Disability (Team Member paid)
• Supplemental Insurance such as Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital (Team Member Paid)
• Paid Time Off – 15 days accrued in year 1, 9 holidays, and 1 day of Volunteering Time Off
• 401k (eligible upon completion of 90 days of employment and must be at least 21 years of age)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

Purpose of the Position:

The Manager of Educational Project Management leads a team of project managers to deliver educational initiatives on time, within scope, and on budget at a non-profit distance higher education institution. This role oversees the development and implementation of a Curriculum Project Management Office (CPMO) to standardize project management practices. Additionally, the Manager ensures alignment with institutional goals and fosters collaboration among faculty, instructional designers, and leadership.

What You’ll Do:

1. Recruit, train, and manage a team of project managers, providing mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
2. Design, establish, and oversee the Curriculum Project Management Office (CPMO) to standardize project management practices across educational initiatives.
3. Develop and implement CPMO policies, processes, and frameworks to ensure consistency and efficiency in project execution.
4. Oversee the development of project plans, timelines, and deliverables for educational initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities. Manage project budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources while meeting financial constraints.
5. Monitor project progress, address risks, and ensure timely communication with stakeholders. Provide regular status reports, ensuring transparency and accountability for all projects.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient resource allocation and project execution. Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding project updates, risks, and deliverables.
7. Refine and evolve CPMO project management processes, tools, and templates to improve efficiency and consistency.
8. Lead with Care: Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of wellness, recognition, and engagement. Meet regularly with direct reports in one-on-one and group settings to provide feedback and cultivate/maintain a positive work culture.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level Expectations:

• Lead, coach, and develop team members that are direct reports.
• Builds and fosters a strong culture of accountability, learning, trust, and high performance with assigned team.
• Executes on functional strategy to achieve organizational goals for short-term results (1 year or less).
• Handles difficult to moderately complex problems.
• Influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices, and procedures.
• Desire for growth and professional development.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring a team of project managers, including setting goals, performance evaluations, and providing professional development opportunities.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple, complex projects in the education or e-learning sector.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Lean).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
• Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP).
• More than 7 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years managing and mentoring project managers.
• Proven success in establishing, implementing, or managing a Project Management Office (PMO) or similar framework within an educational or corporate setting.
• Extensive experience managing projects in education, e-learning, or curriculum development, with a strong understanding of instructional design processes.
• Advanced expertise in project management tools such as Monday.com, Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, or similar platforms.
• Exceptional ability to communicate with and influence diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, faculty, and external partners.

Compliance: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and carefully follows all applicable state laws and rules, federal and state compliance requirements and regulations including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations and internal policies and procedures.  
• Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department. 

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• This is a full-time remote position.
• Home office set up, quiet place to work, ability to be on camera, and ability to hard wire into high-speed internet connection.
• May require setup of computer equipment; accommodation consideration available upon request.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

OUR VALUES

Our institutional values are shaped and validated by our team members. They describe how we strive to operate and are the standards of behavior we look to embody. 

ACT WITH INTEGRITY

We operate honestly and ethically in an industry-compliant fashion. We are fair and trustworthy in our interactions with all we serve. Our team members, at all levels, lead by example and strive to do the right thing for our students and for each other. We are disciplined professionals who strive to be straightforward and dependable.

CHAMPION STUDENT OUTCOMES

We live by a strong commitment to our students and are passionate about preparing them for meaningful careers. We are deeply dedicated to ensuring students’ educational and career success. We excel at building our students’ confidence and empowering them to reach their full potential.

COMMIT TO TEAM MEMBER SUCCESS

We are committed to our team members’ success and to each other’s success. We strive to create an environment that attracts and retains the best talent while offering continuous learning, professional development and career growth opportunities. We recognize and reward our team members for their contributions to the organization and to our students.

PURSUE RESULTS WITH PURPOSE

We pursue results with a sense of urgency and purpose. We take responsibility for achieving ambitious, measurable results and hold each other accountable. We think strategically and critically, greet new ideas and challenges openly, and look for innovative solutions to challenges.

HAVE FUN. BUILD ENERGY

Enjoying what we do is central to achieving our goals. Building energy, having fun, being optimistic and creating a positive working environment are all critical to our success and that of our students. We strive to be inspired and to inspire others. We consistently show appreciation and celebrate our successes, both large and small.

WORK AS ONE

We believe that diverse, inclusive teams produce breakthrough results. We strive to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues from all types of backgrounds by showing respect and humility when interacting with each other and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner. By working together, we win together - as one - ensuring that the goals of the company are the focal point of our efforts.

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