Director, IT Portfolio and Project Mgmt

Director, IT Portfolio and Project Mgmt

Job : 294810

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences.

Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world‑class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real‑world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https:// is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://.

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Augusta University-

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

The Division of Information Technology's mission at Augusta University is to anticipate and respond effectively to a changing world with agile, innovative, robust, and secure services that educate and inspire students, empower clinicians, educators, researchers, and administrators, and advance learning, discovery, and care.

The Director of IT Portfolio and Project Management serves as a strategic leader within the university's Information Technology division, overseeing the planning, execution, and governance of IT projects and portfolios. This role is pivotal in aligning technology initiatives with the university's mission, academic priorities, and administrative needs, ensuring that IT investments deliver measurable value and drive institutional excellence. The Director will establish best practices, foster collaboration, and champion innovation in project delivery and portfolio optimization.

Strategic Leadership to include developing and implementing the university's IT portfolio management strategy in alignment with institutional goals and objectives. Lead the prioritization, selection, and oversight of IT projects, ensuring alignment with academic, research, and administrative priorities. Advise senior leadership on IT investment decisions, risk management, and resource allocation.

Establish and maintain standardized processes, methodologies, and frameworks for IT project management (e.g., PMO, Agile, Waterfall, hybrid approaches). Direct the full life cycle of IT projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure. Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards. Monitor project performance, track KPIs, and report progress, issues, and outcomes to stakeholders.

Manage the university's IT project portfolio, balancing resources, budgets, and timelines to maximize impact and ROI. Conduct regular portfolio reviews and ensure accurate documentation of project statuses, risks, and benefits. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings, and increased project success rates.

Collaborate with academic departments, administrative offices, research centers, and external partners to understand technology requirements and priorities. Facilitate effective communication between project teams, sponsors, and university leadership. Conduct stakeholder analysis, manage expectations, and address concerns throughout the project lifecycle.

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers, business analysts, and support staff. Foster a culture of accountability,…