For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.
The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.
The Project Manager, Technology will lead small to medium scale projects that involve processes across multiple business functions, implementation of vendor services or other complexities. The position will drive the definition of project objectives/scope and will manage all aspects of project management to deliver business value.The Project Manager, Technology is responsible for coordinating activities of the project team, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of the project. The Project Manager, Technology must be familiar with system scope and project objectives as well as the role and function of each team member in order to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.
Primary/Key Responsibilities
Drive definition of project objectives and scope.
Manage small to medium projects and project teams to meet business objectives
Define and manage the project schedule, tasks, and resource requirements
Lead project team in the creation of project deliverables
Direct the team in the resolution of issues and mitigation of risks
Communicate project progress and status to business/technology stakeholders
Liaison between technology and business stakeholders
Monitor metrics-based project results
Participate in definition and implementation of team process improvements
Promote continual improvement and learning within the team and lead by example
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Systems or Information Technology
At least two (2) years of experience in managing technology & operational projects
Experience with Google Docs, MS office, Project Management Software (e.g. Daptiv, Workday, MS Project)
Ability to take initiative and facilitate solutions to business problems
Must be detailed oriented and have strong analytical skills
Must have excellent communication and presentation skills
Must have strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or similar Google products
Proficiency in Project Management software, such as MS Project
Knowledge of agile methodology
Preferred Qualifications
PMI Project Management Professional Certification or MS in Project Management
Agile Certification (Scrum Master/PMI-ACP)
Experience managing software development projects
Knowledge of agile methodologies (i.e. Scrum )
Ability to work evenings/weekends as necessary
We Offer a Competitive Benefits Package Including
Remote work providing flexible work/life balance
Comprehensive Retirement Package including 401K company match and two pension programs
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Competitive health benefits and new hire eligibility starts day-1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities
And so much more!
This position is a Salary Grade B: $64,000 to $202,600
Location
Remote/Nationwide, USA
Additional Locations
Employee Type
Employee
Job Functional Area
Business Unit
00079 Kaplan Professional
At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards. All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible. And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employees’ diverse range of perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds give Kaplan a competitive edge in anticipating and surpassing the needs of our students in today's global marketplace. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We strongly believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our capacity to effectively serve our customers and communities. Learn more about our culture here.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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