The MIT Libraries seek an enterprising project manager and business analyst to
help shape the Libraries’ technology infrastructure through client engagement,
project management and delivery, and portfolio management. Reporting to the
Head of TPIE, the Project Manager/Business Analyst leads planning and execution
for Libraries projects ranging from digitization to web interface development
to digital preservation. As a member of TPIE’s project management team, the
Project Manager will employ a variety of project management methodologies,
working with cross-functional teams of librarians, archivists, engineers,
developers, and UX/UI specialists to deliver transformative technology services
that meet and anticipate the scholarly needs of the MIT community.
TPIE is one of two departments that comprise the Digital Library Services
directorate. DLS provides technology strategy and planning, software
development, user engagement, and web services in support of the Libraries’
mission to advance knowledge by providing a foundation for the generation,
dissemination, use, and preservation of scholarly information, so that it can
be brought to bear on the world’s great challenges, and in the cause of social
justice
Responsibilities of the Project Manager/Business Analyst include:
Project planning, through scope and work plan development, budgeting,
scheduling, requirements gathering, and establishment of success criteria;
Project delivery, including day-to-day project and change management, project
team coaching and coordination, monitoring and review of dependencies, issues
and risks, and coordination of close-of-project knowledge and process transfer;
Business analysis, engaging with stakeholders and other campus service
providers to evaluate and improve the Libraries’ technology processes, systems,
and services;
Project communication, including establishment of communication plans and
structures, ensuring that stakeholders, team members, business owners, and
Libraries leadership are informed and engaged throughout all phases of the
project lifecycle; and
Portfolio management, supporting organizational decision-making through
identification of potential process improvements, and delivery of transparent
and concise information about the Libraries’ full technology portfolio.
QUALIFICATIONS include a bachelor’s degree in management, business, statistics,
or related field, a minimum of five years professional experience in a project
manager / business analyst capacity (or blended role), including all aspects of
project development and execution, and some combination of:
Expert knowledge of both Agile/Scrum and traditional project
management principles, practices or tools, and a demonstrated ability to align
project management approaches with individual project needs.
Demonstrated success managing cross-functional multi-stakeholder projects
through completion and handoff.
Demonstrated success building and maintaining healthy, long-term, multi-project
relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Excellent oral and written communications skills, including influencing and
negotiation skills.
Direct experience working with software developers and third-party technology
service providers, and direct experience with technical implementation,
configuration, and customization projects.
Familiarity with project portfolio management methods, e.g. project intake,
prioritization, sequencing, resource demand planning, communication.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving skills, and adeptness at
conducting research into project- related issues and products.
Demonstrated business analysis skills to develop and document requirements for
software, applications, or services including requirements elicitation, impact
assessment, user acceptance testing, use case development, or gap analysis.
Preferred:
Experience leading or participating in IT Security or Audit projects
Awareness of IT security related practices or protocols
Advanced degree in management, business, statistics, or related field.
PMP certification. PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent
Experience in higher education.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: $90,000 minimum salary. Actual salary will depend on
qualifications and experience. MIT offers excellent benefits including a
choice of health and retirement plans, a dental plan, tuition assistance, and
fully subsidized MBTA passes for local bus and subway service. Flexible work
arrangements, including flex-time and telecommuting, are considered for
positions that meet established criteria. The MIT Libraries is a collegial and
supportive working environment and fosters professional growth of staff with
management training and travel funding for professional meetings.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply online at: http://careers.mit.edu/. Applications
must include cover letter and resume. Priority will be given to applications
received by January 7th, 2019;