Project Manager

Job Summary/Basic Function:

This position is responsible for planning, implementing, and coordinating library-wide projects. The Library Project Manager I drives project success by coordinating the development of project scope, goals, work plans, establishing timelines, and tracking milestones to ensure all project objectives are met successfully. Additionally, the Library Project Manager I provides vital resources and administrative support by serving as a collaborative liaison, ensuring clear communication and seamless coordination among research teams, faculty, and administration.

Department Overview:

Albertsons Library is an essential partner in Boise State University’s teaching, research, and student-success missions. Centrally located on campus, the Library brings together people, expertise, information, technology, and spaces to support discovery, creativity, and connection.

The Library provides extensive electronic and physical collections; innovative technology and creative making spaces; archival and university history materials; and collaborative and quiet study environments. Library faculty and staff support students and researchers at every stage of their work through instruction, research consultations, information access, emerging technologies, scholarly communication and research-impact services, open educational resources, and stewardship of the university’s scholarly and historical record.

As Boise State expands graduate education and advances its research ambitions, the Library plays an increasingly important role in supporting faculty scholarship, externally funded research, and student success while connecting the university community with the resources and expertise that make academic work possible.

Level Scope:

Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Essential Functions:

75% of the time, the Library Project Manager must:

• Lead library projects through project management phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor comprehensive project plans, timelines, schedules and documentation.

• Manage and coordinate library teams to ensure clear communication and alignment on project deliverables.

• Work with resource managers to effectively align resources across projects.

• Prioritize project backlog and ensure continual flow of requirements for developers.

• Provide institutional technical support, assistance, and maintenance for library project management systems and activities.

• Develop and implement internal and external communication plans that effectively convey priorities, progress updates, and strategic direction.

• Synthesize data to evaluate program effectiveness, explore alternatives, and guide program development.

20% of the time, the Library Project Manager will:

• Support the Library's project portfolio through project intake, prioritization, resource planning, and executive reporting.

• Develop project management standards, templates, and performance metrics that strengthen organizational effectiveness.

• Conduct project assessments and prepare analyses, dashboards, and recommendations that support strategic planning and leadership decision making.

5% of the time the Library Project Manager will:

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with coordinating and managing projects.

• Ability to present and explain complex technical topics and solutions clearly and effectively to users with varying technical backgrounds.

• Solid understanding of project management principles and governance.

• Demonstrated project management skills and has obtained relevant certification or training.

• Prefer experience in a higher education or government organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 2 years relevant professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects in a library environment.

Physical Demands:

This position is generally in a normal indoor office setting with minimal noise levels and may involve bending, moving, lifting, and carrying materials that weigh up to 15 pounds.

Salary and Benefits:

Starting at $60,673.60, commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)

• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service

• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)

• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages

• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• 3 professional references

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/