Coordinator-IT Project | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile plan, organize, coordinate, evaluate and participate in IT projects; plan and monitor performance against program goals and objectives and ensure program results; interact with internal and external program or project stakeholders to build program support. Positions may have responsibility for and exercise judgment in the supervision of staff including hiring, evaluation, and discipline up to and including dismissal.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristic of the Coordinator-IT Project is the management and development of IT projects. Positions have administrative and technical responsibilities that require expertise in web based IT architecture.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Plans, develops, coordinates, administers and executes web based IT programs and projects, including proposals, plans, timetables, communication, and resource allocation. 2. May manage within the project budget, including tracking, monitoring and reporting expenditures 3. Resolves issues involving technical and resource constraints including adjusting production schedules and identifying alternative technical solutions. 4. Manages and negotiates project change orders and modifications. 5. Oversees the assessment and documentation of functional and technical requirements including facilitation with third party vendor and web and application programmers to test coded applications and coordinate the implementation of web projects. 6. Establishes and maintains collaborations and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders including various OSU departments, external partners, vendors and professional organizations to help build and leverage expertise and resources.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed. Decisions have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of a division/entire organization; the job contributes to decisions on the overall strategy and direction of the entire organization. Decisions impact: • Functions Across the University • Department • Direct team • Vendors/Suppliers/Contractors • Students • Other External Agencies and Institutions

Accountability

Results are defined by senior management, division/college and university mission, vision and strategies; existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. Carries out work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit, University Wide, and Externally to: • Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects. • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality. Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit and University Wide to: • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level. Collaborates and interacts within Dept/Unit to: • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects.

Typical Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field. Experience leading IT projects in a complex organization.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.