APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF

PROJECT MANAGER

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

NON-UNION LEVEL 8 - $82,877 - $99,450

Hybrid work model: 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto

The TCDSB offers comprehensive benefits and pension plan, generous vacation, and additional days off and professional development opportunities Our Vision

At the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), we grow in knowledge, with justice and hope. The TCDSB is an inclusive Catholic learning community that nurtures faith development and academic excellence through the love of God, neighbor, and self. We fully engage students in learning that supports their academic, spiritual, socio-emotional, and physical growth and development. At Toronto Catholic, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations, Our Catholic Values and the Boards Pastoral Plans are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st Century.

The TCDSB is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve approximately 84,000 students in nearly 200 Catholic schools in the City of Toronto and represent close to 475,000 Catholic school supporters.

With a staff of 14,000, the Toronto Catholic is a dynamic school board and is seeking a full time Project Manager.

CRITERIA FOR INTERVIEW: University Degree in any information technology or business-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of two (2) years of work experience managing various projects in information technology or business environment

Completion of a professional certification such as PMP would be an asset

Knowledge and experience with various project management frameworks and methodologies

Sound foundational knowledge of IT infrastructure and architecture, hardware and software, cloud-based applications, services, and cybersecurity

Ability to balance distinct roles of that of a project manager and technical advisor and to effectively communicate with various stakeholders in both technical and non-technical terms

Possesses excellent interpersonal relations and demonstrate the ability to effectively manage and lead projects and teams and work with multiple stakeholders

Capable of analyzing complex business problems, proposing effective solutions, and understanding applying business vision and direction

Possesses excellent organizational, analytical and time management skills and an ability to deal with potential problems before they escalate

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to and under the direction of the Senior Manager, ICT Project Portfolio Management, this exciting opportunity will be responsible for the management of technology projects for various departments and divisions. The Project Manager will work collaboratively with cross-functional and integrated teams. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Manage projects and support the project portfolio management by ensuring that projects are strategically and operationally aligned with overall objectives and goals

Regularly liaise with various teams and department heads to glean new and emerging projects while defining key business requirements and supporting them through the project intake and approval process.

Carry out all primary project management duties including ideation and intake, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing; produce and carry out project documentation, coordinating meetings, meeting minutes, team task management, project communications, presentations, and reporting

Monitor project scope and conduct periodic project reviews, identify issues, manage the change request process, and determine project impact including budget while providing progress updates to key project stakeholders

When needed, and in consultation with the project sponsor and Senior Manager, perform additional tasks such as logistics, training materials, communications, etc.

Coach teams and mentor individuals through the analysis, design, and development of project management processes

Develop and deliver ongoing project management training and best practices to the ICT division for adoption and implementation

Continually review and improve project management processes, methods, approaches, and tools

Perform other tasks and duties as assigned or required

Diversity and Inclusion:

The TCDSB is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We especially welcome applications from individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, including but not limited to, those who are Indigenous, Black, 2SLGBTQ+, and racialized. You are invited to voluntarily indicate if you identify as such a person. This information will be kept confidential. Barrier-Free Recruitment and Selection:

The TCDSB is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the TCDSB Fair Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process. https://5il.co/1dkld Interested applicants are asked to submit a rsum and cover letter no later than Monday, April 8, 2024.Applications are to be submitted online through Apply To Education.We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.