Project Manager - Organizational Excellence

Work Location:

Springfield Campus Department:

Office of Institutional Effectiveness HR Home Department 020100

PROVOST OFFICE Pay Grade:

45

Proposed Salary:

$63,000/annual Sponsorship Information Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?: No, Position is available to all applicants.

Appointment Type:

Full Time Regular Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Exempt General Function The Project Manager in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness will be instrumental in advancing the university's organizational excellence through robust project management and process optimization. This role focuses on managing strategic projects that align with institutional goals, including but not limited to new regulations and business process changes. In addition, this individual will ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the university's data and processes. The Project and Organizational Excellence Manager will collaborate across departments to drive improvements, streamline business processes, and ensure data integrity within institutional systems. Description of Primary Duties Description The Project Manager - Organizational Excellence serves as a central driver of high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that advance Missouri State University's strategic priorities and institutional effectiveness. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this role leads complex projects spanning academic and administrative units, translating institutional goals, regulatory requirements, and emerging needs into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. This position provides project management and technical support for institutional strategic planning and implementation efforts. The Project Manager, in collaboration with stakeholders, develops and executes project plans, anticipates risks and dependencies, and proactively addresses challenges to maintain momentum and achieve results. This role supports organizational excellence by assisting in the evaluation and improvement of business processes and systems, helping develop scalable workflows and promoting accurate, usable, and well-governed institutional data. It emphasizes clear documentation, communication, and stakeholder support to facilitate successful adoption of new processes and initiatives. Working closely with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Institutional Research, Assessment & Accreditation, and partners across the university, the Project Manager facilitates collaboration, aligns diverse perspectives, and provides recommendations. Ultimately, this role supports institutional effectiveness by developing and coordinating efficient, data-informed processes that enable continuous improvement across the university, while informing and facilitating decision-making rather than directing it. Duties 1. Leads the planning, execution, and completion of institutional projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory changes and university priorities, while adhering to deadlines and budgets. 2. Assists Associate Provost for Institutional Effectiveness with budgetary planning and project fund reporting. 3. Partners with various departments to implement strategic initiatives, streamline workflows, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. 4. Ensures the accuracy and reliability of data within institutional systems, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize business processes. 5. Represents the University with on-campus and off-campus groups and organizations related to Organizational Excellence issues. 6. Coordinates development of implementation strategies for new tools and methodologies. Leads the evaluation and testing of such tools, methodologies, and technologies, and provides the Associate Provost for Institutional Effectiveness with the results of those evaluations and tests. 7. Continuously monitors project milestones and deliverables, providing timely progress updates and addressing potential challenges to ensure successful project outcomes. 8. Facilitates the successful completion of all Organizational Excellence projects by compiling appropriate and necessary documentation regarding the projects. 9. Evaluates proposed changes to project plans, facilitating discussions with key stakeholders to assess impact, approve modifications, and implement improvements. 10. Oversees project resources and coordinating with internal teams to secure necessary materials. 11. Anticipates future institutional needs by staying informed of industry trends and engaging with relevant stakeholders to drive forward-looking projects. 12. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the supervisor. 13. Contributes to the overall success of Organizational Excellence by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Education :

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field. Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.

Experience:

Proven experience in project management, ideally within higher education or a similar institutional environment and expertise in formal project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile) preferred. Strong understanding of business process improvement and data management; Experience with ERP implementation and budget management required. PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent preferred. Experience managing projects within a higher education context and familiarity with data governance practices and institutional compliance requirements, preferred.

Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and ability to manage complex projects from inception to completion on time and within budget required.

Effort:

Requires working at computer workstations for extended periods of time and may require regular lifting and carrying objects weighing up to twenty-five pounds, and occasionally up to fifty pounds.

Other :

Occasional travel and extended work hours may be required to meet critical project deadlines.

Link to Job Description https:

//www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/5406.htm

Open Date:

04/29/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants The first date of consideration is June 2, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire. Equal Opportunity Statement Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance , Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu , 417-836-4252 . Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Number:

20260114FTS