ITS Administrative Manager II - UIC Law

Information Technology ManagerThe Information Technology Manager supports the UIC Law School Information Technology Services (ITS) Director by overseeing daily operations, budgeting, purchasing, project management, and strategic initiatives. The position ensures compliance with university policies, security standards, and operational procedures while coordinating resources, managing projects, and supporting the delivery of IT services.The role emphasizes managerial leadership, operational effectiveness, staff coordination, and continuous improvement. Working with stakeholders across the Law School, the IT Manager helps advance departmental goals, mitigate operational risks, and support leadership continuity through succession planning and knowledge transfer.Duties & Responsibilities:Assisting with project planning by helping define scope, objectives, and timelinesCoordinating team members and internal resources to ensure tasks are completed on scheduleTracking project progress and addressing issues as they ariseMaintaining accurate and organized project documentationSupporting risk and change management activitiesCommunicating regularly with stakeholders and providing necessary updatesGuiding the preparation of status reports for upper managementParticipating in project meetingsEnsuring adherence to project procedures, rules, and regulations; and working with clients to clarify project objectives and scopeCommunication plans - lead the organization of departmental responses and data preparation for surveys and 15% reports required by professional associations and accreditorsBudget:Supports development of the annual operating and capital budgetsOversees departmental budgets, and conducts regular reconciliationsAuthorizing expenditures and payments, preparing required financial reports, reconciling monthly statements, and submitting journal entries as neededManage departmental purchasing—processing contracts and requisitions, maintaining the P Card, and coordinating with Law School administration, UIC Purchasing, and University PayablesOversee vendor relationships, including contract negotiations and renewals, invoice and payment processing, dispute resolution, and ensuring license complianceStaff Supervision:Supervise and develop direct reports by providing guidanceSetting performance expectationsConducting evaluations, supporting professional growthEnsuring staff have the resources and direction needed to meet departmental goalsPolicy Development:Assist in developing, implementing, and managing IT use and security policies, ensuring they are communicated and followed when allocating IT equipment (such as computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile phones) to students and staff.Provide product and vendor recommendations or make purchasing decisions based on the needs of specific projects.Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.Minimum Qualifications Required:Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or closely related field of study.Minimum of 8 years of professional IT experience which includes 2 years' experience at a supervisory or management capacity.Demonstrated PPO/PMO Project Management which includes demonstrated experience in managing all aspects of a diverse IT project or multiple IT projects. Define project timeline and resolve issues to ensure completion of project goals and requirements within defined timeline.Required demonstrated experience in Asset Management and Budgeting.To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.