Project Manager Enrollment Solutions

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Move ideas forward. Help shape the student experience. Iowa State University is seeking a Project Manager (Program Specialist IV) to turn Enrollment Management priorities into results. As part of our Enrollment Solutions team, you’ll lead complex initiatives, connect people and technology, and improve enrollment processes that support our Cyclones in the Making. We’re a “creative yes” organization. We approach challenges with curiosity, explore what’s possible, and work together to find a path forward. If you enjoy bringing clarity to complexity and helping ambitious ideas take shape, you’ll find meaningful work here.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Significant project management experience
Previous experience in a higher education setting
Enrollment management experience

Responsibilities

Build stronger project practices. Develop standards, tools, and processes for evaluating, prioritizing, and managing work across Enrollment Management.
Turn strategy into action. Lead projects from planning through implementation, defining scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and outcomes.
Keep priorities moving. Coordinate a portfolio of initiatives, anticipate risks and dependencies, and help leaders make informed decisions.
Connect people and technology. Guide cross-functional teams through system implementations, integrations, and operational improvements.
Make change successful. Coordinate communication, testing, training, and launch readiness, then measure adoption and results.
Make progress clear. Create dashboards and reporting that highlight accomplishments, risks, and decisions needed.