Associate Director of Project Management

Associate Director Of Project ManagementAre you a collaborative leader who excels at guiding teams and moving complex, high-impact work forward? Do you know how to bring structure to ambiguity, align diverse stakeholders around shared goals, and build the trust and accountability needed to deliver results? If you're energized by developing talented project managers while helping an organization turn strategic priorities into action, apply today for the Associate Director of Project Management opportunity!ASU EdPlus is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.We are seeking an Associate Director of Project Management to lead a team of Project Managers and Senior Project Managers within the EdPlus Project Management Office (PMO). Every day you will make a difference in the lives of others by supervising project management staff, leading complex cross-functional initiatives, and advancing the PMO's project management framework to support consistent, effective project delivery across the organization.Working closely with leadership, you will align project work with strategic priorities, manage high-impact initiatives, and coach project managers to perform at a high level.Team LeadershipSupervise, mentor, and develop a team of approximately six Project Managers and Senior Project Managers.Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture that supports continuous learning and professional growth.Manage team capacity, workload, and resource allocation to support organizational priorities.Project ManagementLead complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through implementation.Develop project plans, manage scope, schedule, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.Partner with leadership to prioritize work and ensure projects align with strategic objectives.PMO LeadershipAdvance the PMO's project management framework by promoting consistent governance, tools, and best practices.Coach Project Managers in selecting and applying appropriate project management methodologies—including Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, or other approaches—based on project needs.Identify opportunities to improve PMO processes, reporting, and operational effectiveness.Stakeholder Engagement & ToolsBuild strong partnerships across EdPlus and ASU to support successful project delivery.Utilize project management tools, including Jira, to manage projects, monitor progress, and support reporting and decision-making.Assume or coordinate other duties or projects as assigned or directed.NOTE: This is an in-person hybrid position. You must be able to reliably commute to Scottsdale, Arizona.Desired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.Experience leading and developing project management professionals.Demonstrated success managing large, complex, cross-functional initiatives.Demonstrated strong knowledge of project management principles and multiple delivery methodologies.Experience coaching others in selecting and applying appropriate project management approaches.Evidence of excellent communication, facilitation, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including relationship building.Experience managing and supervising staff.Experience with Jira or similar project management platforms.PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, or related certifications are preferred.Salary & Benefits:$100,000 - $115,000 per year; DOEASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. See the ASU Benefits website to explore options.HealthcareFinancial SecurityRetirementFamily ResourcesTuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)DiscountsWorking Environment:Your desk will be in the beautiful, cutting-edge, and collaborative workspace at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The Center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.ASU EdPlus supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is an in-person hybrid position.)Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States. ASU EdPlus will not be a sponsor for this position.Department Statement:As a central enterprise unit for ASU, ASU EdPlus supports the university charter by focusing on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education.ASU EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking, and refusing to accept the status quo. Our employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of innovation, driving outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.ASU EdPlusDriving Requirement:Driving is not required for this position.Location:Off-Campus: ScottsdaleFunding:No Federal FundingInstructions to Apply:Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:Cover letterResume or CVMultiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.ASU Statement:Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.ASU is a tobacco-free university. 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