IT Project Manager job summary
A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.
Example of an IT Project Manager job summary
Our growing company is currently seeking an experienced IT Project Manager. In this role, the IT Project Manager will be responsible for the administration of network and server infrastructure within all departments, planning of technology projects, managing our team of IT professionals, implementing technology security and the execution of all technology-related tasks and initiatives. The successful candidate will also be the liaison with telecommunications providers, and will support our company’s telecommunications infrastructure.
IT Project Manager responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.
- Provide technology strategy planning
- Integrate information technologies into the company for optimal effectiveness
- Understand current and future business goals and ongoing IT issues to ensure business success
- Develop a renewal and upgrade schedule for company software programs and
- Ensure that employees are following computer use policies, information security and privacy
- Participate in recruitment, orientation and ongoing training of new IT staff
- Supervise and direct IT personnel
IT Project Manager qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or related field
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) certification required
- 6+ years’ experience as an IT professional
- 2+ years’ supervisory experience in an IT department
- In-depth knowledge of VMWare, Microsoft Windows, Google apps administration, network administration and service desk administration
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
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