Augusta University is Georgias 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 Georgias cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgias 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://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta Universitys 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.
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Location
Augusta University-
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Division of Information Technologys 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, advance learning, discovery and care.
Job Summary
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:
Develop and implement the universitys 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.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
PROJECT GOVERNANCE AND DELIVERY:
Establish and maintain standardized processes, methodologies, and frameworks for IT project
management (e.g., PMO, Agile, Waterfall, hybrid approaches):
stakeholders.
PORTFOLIO OPTIMIZATION:
Manage the university¿s IT project portfolio, balancing resources, budgets, and timelines to
maximize impact and ROI:
success rates.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT:
Collaborate with academic departments, administrative offices, research centers, and external partners to understand technology requirements and priorities:
TEAM DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT:
REPORTING AND ANALYTICS:
RISK MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE:
Establish risk assessment protocols and mitigation strategies for IT projects.
data privacy, accessibility, and security).
BUDGETING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT:
CHANGE MANAGEMENT:
technology solutions.
by change.
OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Project Management, HealthCare, Engineering, or other relevant field from an accredited college or university with a minimum of ten years of performance improvement including program/project management experience managing large complex project experience coaching, teaching, and/or applying Lean performance improvement in transactional environments and five years of experience leading people (direct and indirect leadership roles); demonstrated people development results. PMP Certification or Prosci Certification required.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Masters degree from an accredited college or university in Project Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Lean Six Sigma or Health Care Administration preferred
Masters degree from an accredited college or university preferred; ITIL certification.
Other Preferred Experience
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and/or Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) highly desirable
Experience in establishing and enforcing effective PMO strategies, methodologies and process
Working knowledge of the Cerner framework and business utilization highly desirable
Exposure to business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, accounting and contracting
Proven ability to plan, organize, and deliver projects in accordance with agreed schedules and budgets
Ability to judiciously set and manage priorities
Demonstrated ability to apply technology solutions to business problems
Superior ability to articulate ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated success managing a range of complex medium to large projects
Ability to manage relationships with a range of stakeholders including executive sponsors, department leadership, and business/system analysts
Proven background in educating enterprise-wide staff members about the value of a PMO
Strong project management, process, technical and financial management knowledge
Healthcare experience
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Exemplary verbal/written communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills
Superior analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities and keen attention detail
Minimum five or more years of performance improvement including program/project management experience, managing large complex projects or five years experience coaching, teaching, and/or applying Lean performance improvement in transactional environments
Knowledge and utilization of systems thinking methodologies, business and management principles involved in strategic planning, budgets, financial metrics, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, and coordination and timing of people and resources In-depth knowledge and understanding of project, program and portfolio management; applicable laws and regulations relating to health information technology issues
Experience working with productivity and methodology tools such as MS Project Professional & Project Server; scope control procedures and change-in-scope management; planning, budgeting and reporting large scale projects or in-depth experience with other project management disciplines such as Lean, scrum, agile, or applying Constraints management
Experience leading people (direct and indirect leadership roles); demonstrated people development results
SKILLS
Skilled in analytics, problem-solving, and project portfolio management.
Proficient in digitaltools (eg., ServiceNow, MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet), with knowledge of IT trends and best practices in higher education.
Brings emotional intelligence, resilience, discretion, and an innovative mindset to dynamic environments.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Visionary leadership, adaptability, and strategic thinking able to inspire, guide change, and align initiatives with business goals.
Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and strong collaboration across teams. Communicates complex ideas clearly; influences stakeholders and negotiates effectively.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Band: 17
Salary: Minimum $109,500/annually
Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 9/11/2026 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
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