Posted 22 July, 2026

Project Manager IT

Arizona State University

Scottsdale, AZ, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Profile:

IT Project Specialist 3

Job Family:

IT Project Management

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay – Depends on experience:

$80,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

Do you excel at bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to complex, high-visibility initiatives? Are you energized by important and impactful work and know how to earn trust at every level of an organization? Then apply today for this Project Manager IT opportunity!

ASU EdPlus is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.

Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Watch this short video!

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager IT to join our Project Management and Implementation team. Every day you will make a difference in the lives of others by supporting ASU’s partnership with California community colleges to create a direct pathway for California community college students and alumni to earn an ASU bachelor’s degree online. We need a Project Manager who knows how to bring a complex, high-visibility initiative into focus. You’ll create clarity where there’s ambiguity, align senior stakeholders across ASU, and ensure the right decisions are made at the right time.

Essential Duties:

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Assess the current state of active work; document what needs to be done, by whom, and by when, to bring clarity to work underway.
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Engage and align high-level stakeholders across ASU, facilitating collaborative decision-making and ensuring shared understanding of project scope, priorities, and outcomes.
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Surface decisions that need to be made, ensure they are raised to the appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner, and document outcomes so the team can move forward with confidence and shared alignment.
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Build, maintain, and socialize a comprehensive project plan including milestones, timelines, dependencies, and owners; ensure all stakeholders have a shared understanding of where the project stands and what is coming next.
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Respond to all inquiries regarding project status; prepare all post-project reports and summaries to ensure timely dissemination of information to all interested parties.
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Lead, support, and guide project team members, including internal and external members, to ensure the project’s success.
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Build and maintain strong relationships that are essential for achieving project goals.
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Identify and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
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Assume or coordinate other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

NOTE: This is an in-person, hybrid position. You must be able to reliably commute to Scottsdale AZ.

Desired Qualifications:

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Evidence of a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
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Experience joining in-flight projects, assessing current state, and establishing structure and clarity where gaps exist.
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Demonstrated ability to engage, align, and build credibility with senior and executive-level stakeholders across a matrixed organization.
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Evidence of excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
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Demonstrated strong documentation and organization skills.
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Experience with Waterfall and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
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Evidence of PM certifications such as PMP and/or Scrum.
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Experience with Atlassian/Jira a plus.
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Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with others.
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Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and drive projects forward with clarity and purpose.

Salary & Benefits:

$70,000 - $80,000 per year; DOE

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. See the ASU Benefits website to explore options.

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Healthcare
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Financial Security
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Retirement
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Family Resources
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Tuition Reduction (eligible ASU Employee, their dependents, and spouse)
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Discounts

Working Environment:

Your desk will be in the beautiful, cutting-edge, and collaborative workspace at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The Center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

ASU EdPlus supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate to hybrid work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU EdPlus will not be a sponsor for this position.

Department Statement:

As a central enterprise unit for ASU, ASU EdPlus supports the university charter by focusing on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education.

ASU EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking, and refusing to accept the status quo. Our employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of innovation, driving outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.

ASU EdPlus

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$24303.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

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Cover letter
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Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.

Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

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