Change Project Manager

Change Project Manager We are looking for a Change Project Manager to lead the University of Georgia Unified Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Program, overseeing the project lifecycle, change management, and user adoption across the organization. Position Summary Position is a limited‑term appointment lasting until December 2028, with an initial start date of August 1, 2026. Employment type is full‑time employee, with a salary range of $55,006–$82,509, and a standard Monday‑Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm schedule. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent. Minimum two (2) years of professional experience. Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of experience in project management, change management, or related roles supporting or leading ERP implementations or large‑scale system transformations. Certification in project or change management. 2+ years of experience working in higher education, public sector, or similarly complex organizational environments. 2+ years of experience working with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders. 2+ years of experience coordinating cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced, evolving environments. 2+ years of experience working with a Project Management System. Duties & Responsibilities Project Management Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation, and tracking tools for projects. Coordinate project activities across functional and technical teams to support timely completion of deliverables. Monitor progress, risks, and issues; provide regular status updates, recommend solutions, and elevate concerns as appropriate. Facilitate meetings, document action items, and ensure alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations. Prepare and deliver regular project status updates, reports, and communications to leadership and stakeholders. Change Management & Communications Develop and execute change management strategies and communication plans to support project initiatives. Create and manage communication plans for stakeholders to ensure clear, consistent, and timely messaging. Support stakeholder engagement and readiness activities. Training & Adoption Design and develop training materials and resources. Coordinate and deliver training sessions as needed. Support end‑user adoption, gather feedback for improvements, and recommend process and/or system enhancements. Stakeholder Coordination Serve as a liaison between functional and technical teams as well as campus stakeholders. Facilitate collaboration and ensure alignment across groups. Approximate time distribution: Project Management 50%, Change Management & Communications 30%, Training & Adoption 10%, Stakeholder Coordination 10%. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies. Excellent facilitation skills along with written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs. Strong ability to influence without direct authority and build relationships across various stakeholder groups. Knowledge of Workday, Smartsheet, and/or PeopleSoft. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr