Project Manager- Information Services & Applications

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District•Houston, TX

About The Position

Leads the planning, execution, and delivery of all district technology projects within the ISA department. Ensures alignment with strategic goals and educational outcomes, utilizing industry-standard project management methodologies and tools. Fosters cross-functional collaboration, manages resource allocation, drives transparency through documentation and Kanban-based visual boards, and strengthens budget and vendor oversight. Experience within a school environment is essential to navigate the unique demands of academic calendars, student data systems, and instructional technology timelines.

Requirements

5+ years of project management experience, including 3+ years in a leadership or PMO role
Proficiency in project tracking tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, Trello, Asana, or MS Project
Strong understanding of project management frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, PMI, PRINCE2)
Thorough understanding of student information systems (SIS), learning management systems (LMS), and educational compliance standards (FERPA, COPPA, etc.)
Proven successful track record in implementing and maintaining Kanban boards and collaborative workflows
Possess a strong understanding of appropriate leading-edge technologies.
Must be a critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
Exceptional communication (both oral and written), facilitation, and documentation skills.
Ability to implement policy, procedures, and interpret data.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field
Experience in the education industry preferred with demonstrated success managing technology projects within instructional and operational environments
PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enforce PMO standards, templates, and processes for project intake, planning, tracking, execution, and closeout
Lead complex, cross-functional technology initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget by managing expenditure approval, tracking invoices and payments
Implement and monitor Kanban boards and other visual management tools to support workflow transparency and status communication
Direct the full project lifecycle: scope definition, charter creation, timeline development, task tracking, risk assessment, change control, and post-project evaluation
Collaborate with district leadership to prioritize and align technology projects with academic and operational strategic plans
Support portfolio planning by maintaining a districtwide view of current and upcoming initiatives
Conduct regular reviews to ensure project goals remain aligned with district priorities and instructional needs
Ensure all projects have accurate and up-to-date documentation including project charters, stakeholder communications, meeting notes, and risk logs
Generate status reports, dashboards, and analytics for executive and campus leadership
Maintain a centralized documentation repository for project artifacts and knowledge sharing
Coordinate with software developers, system administrators, curriculum staff, and campus representatives to meet project milestones
Serve as liaison between ISA and district stakeholders
Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings and project briefings
Partner with Procurement and Finance departments to manage vendor relationships, contract negotiation, and service-level agreements
Establish performance metrics for project execution, department efficiency, and resource utilization
Drive process improvement through retrospectives, stakeholder feedback, and lessons learned
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability in technology project delivery
Provides outstanding customer service.
Complies with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy.
Performs other duties as assigned.