IT Project Manager Sr

This position reports to the PPMO Manager and works closely with the Enterprise Applications Director and staff from across the organization, including product managers, engineers, and subject-matter experts to implement innovative solutions that address our user and business needs. Strong presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate cross-functionally with key stakeholders, external partners, and senior management.

One Getty Values: Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. Job Summary:

At Getty Digital, we are re-imagining how we can use data, software, and systems to provide a seamless and welcoming experience for Getty visitors, both on-site and online. This position plays a central role in this effort by managing large and complex technical projects to advance Getty’s work.  This is a three-year limited term position.

 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced professional to join the Portfolio Project Management Office (PPMO) team within Getty Digital for a limited term employment of three years. This position reports to the PPMO Manager and works closely with the Enterprise Applications Director and staff from across the organization, including product managers, engineers, and subject-matter experts to implement innovative solutions that address our user and business needs.

 

This position leads projects from original concept through final implementation. The incumbent’s main responsibility will be managing the Parking Experience initiative, one of the key strategic initiatives that advance an improved visitor experience. In this work, the incumbent will have to go from “desk to hard hat to boardroom” as the project spans the pre-arrival, arrival and exit experience. The incumbent will manage both software and hardware technology implementations and use their excellent communication skills to keep Executives informed and engaged.

  

Getty, is dedicated to furthering the study of the history of art, advancing conservation practice, and promoting public knowledge and appreciation of art. Our dynamic and beautiful campus is filled with art, archives and special collections, and a world-class research library. We offer four weeks of accrued vacation a year, every other Friday off, and excellent benefits. Learn more about our benefits. 

 

This position is a hybrid work environment opportunity, not a permanent remote assignment. The successful candidate must be a California resident when employment begins, reside within a commutable distance of Getty, and must work at least one day per week on Getty’s campus.  

Major Job Responsibilities:

• Performs the full range of project management duties: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and controlling, and closing 
• Under little to no supervision, directs projects requiring high levels of functional integration and involving multiple disciplines to be managed 
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects with complex interdependencies 
• Track, coordinate, plan, and report on technical work across multiple teams and organizations 
• Collaborate with other project managers—both within and outside the organization 
• Collaborate with software engineers, system administrators, and subject-matter experts 
• Facilitate discussions and negotiations to drive recommendation consensus 
• Implement management and communication plans and processes 
• Communicate with partners and team members throughout the phases of development 
• Maintain project documentation, time frames, budget estimates, and status reports 
• Monitor project expenses and ensure adherence to the budget. Address cost overruns and budgetary issues promptly 
• Develop and implement change management strategies and communication to ensure project success 
• Identify potential project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies 
• Address unexpected issues that may arise during the project. Implement effective problem-solving and escalation procedures 
• Prepare post-project reports, including lessons learned and recommendations for future projects 
• Regularly prepare presentations and/or present on this work to internal and external audiences
• Effectively engage stakeholders at the executive level across multiple organizational units

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive software analysis development and implementation experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex technical projects within the cultural heritage domain 
• Project Management Professional (PMP), certified completion of a Project Management program, or certification in process is strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 

• Previous experience managing complex technology projects with both hardware and software components, infrastructure projects, parking systems, and data integration
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects concurrently 
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines 
• Ability to productively assemble, engage, and manage cross-functional teams 
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate cross-functionally with key stakeholders, external partners, and senior management 
• Experience managing contracts and vendor relationships 
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Workfront, Jira) 
• Tact, diplomacy, and ability to work with a wide variety of audiences, including the ability to quickly develop good working relationships within a large organization 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Highly organized and detailed oriented 
• Willingness and ability to travel 

Benefits and Perks:

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

 

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

 

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.