Asst Director Project Management

The Assistant Director of Project Management is responsible for overseeing and guiding the project management function within the organization. This role involves managing a team of project managers, ensuring that projects are completed efficiently, on time, and within budget on behalf of Strategic Enrollment Management which includes the Office of Admissions, Registrar and Office of Financial Aid, SEM Ops as well as university wide partners on behalf of SEM Council. The Assistant Director will work closely with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to align project goals with organizational objectives, while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Team Leadership and Development - Lead, mentor, and manage a team of project managers, providing strategic direction and support. Foster a collaborative, high-performance environment by offering continuous feedback, coaching, and professional development opportunities to ensure the team's growth and success.

• Risk and Compliance Management -Identify and address potential risks across the project portfolio. Develop and implement mitigation strategies in collaboration with project managers to ensure proactive risk management and compliance with all legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.

• Stakeholder Communication and Reporting -Serve as the primary liaison between project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership. Ensure that project status, challenges, and successes are communicated clearly and consistently. Develop and maintain detailed reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to track project progress and outcomes.

• Process Improvement and Innovation - Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes, tools, and methodologies. Promote the adoption of new technologies and innovative approaches to enhance project execution and drive continuous improvement within the project management function.

Performs other duties assigned

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field and 4 years of relevant experience. Master’s degree in business, IT, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.

• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is
conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an
alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration
required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the
advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

 

• Strong oral and written communication.
• Able to communicate and work with various stakeholders.

 

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university gen