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UW-IT is the central IT organization for the University of Washington, providing critical technology support to all three campuses, UW medical centers, and global research operations. UW-IT collaborates with University partners to advance teaching, learning, innovation, and discovery at the UW. IT Infrastructure (ITI) within UW-IT, provides system design, system management, software engineering and operational support for academic and administrative systems, the University’s wired and wireless networks, telecommunications services, departmental IT and the UW-IT organization.
UW-IT has an outstanding full-time opportunity for a Technology Project Manager on our Network Implementation team.
The purpose of this position is to manage complex enterprise network projects including gathering hardware requirements, procurement, deployment and verification. This will include coordinating staffing resources to ensure timely and successful implementation. The incumbent will coordinate the efforts within UW-IT (e.g. Network Design & Architecture, Network Implementation, Network Operations Engineering, Business & Finance, etc.) along with external clients, departments and vendors.
The Technology Project Manager will be expected to work with project sponsors and stakeholders from the University of Washington , UW Medicine, Pacific Northwest Gigapop, Data Centers, and the state K-20 Education network.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications, Voice & Data Networking, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT Project Management or related field.
Minimum of three years’ experience in IT project management in a progressively more complex computing and networking environment.
Ability to manage a diverse range of activities in a highly visible and pressured environment, exercising independent judgment in resolving problems.
Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale technical projects within a team environment.
Facility/site experience for evaluating infrastructure, to include blueprints, MDF/IDF layouts, plant fiber, riser (fiber), station cabling, racks, wall mounting, power, space and cooling. Proficient knowledge and experience with Layer2 switch standards, to include optical transceiver functionality, POE, and interconnectivity standards.
Functional knowledge of IEEE standards for TCP/IP networking, WiFi standards. Understanding contemporary computing, networking and security technologies, VOIP, wireless, IT security strategies, Unified Communications and distributed systems architecture.
Ability to speak and write about technical issues for both a technical and non-technical audience.
Experience communicating with executive management during project charter development, priority setting, status and budget reporting.
Ability to work with minimum supervision, both independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated excellent written/oral communication skills, technical documentation skills, user liaison skills, and personal interaction abilities.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
DESIRED:
JNCIA, CCNA or similar networking certification.
Recognized Project Management and/or Infrastructure Deployment Certification or Training (CAPM, PMP, RCDD, Project+).
Experience working with networking at a large university, medical or similar large-scale enterprise network.
Outstanding customer service skills.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Currently this position is 100% remote due to Covid-19 restrictions. This position will have the following requirements when a return to work occurs; The position contributes in a collaborative team environment, in an open physical workspace, through ad hoc meetings focused on design and/or problem-solving, using a variety of communication and collaboration tools. The incumbent may need to work varied hours to meet priority project milestones and other externally imposed deadlines and to accomplish work assignments on which the activities of others depend. Occasional travel may be required. The same levels where applicable of participation are required in a remote work environment.
This is an essential-restricted position and required to report to work remotely when UW suspends operations.
Must be able to lift 40 pounds overhead, this may include lifting above the head. Must use proper lifting techniques.
Must be willing to work in the University Medical Centers and meet minimum qualifications for working at such centers.
Must be able to operate a state vehicle on a daily basis, which requires a valid driver's license recognized by the State of Washington.
It may, on occasion, be necessary to travel on weekends and up to one week at a time in the performance of assigned duties.
Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. |
