Senior Manager - IT Program Management

Beyond Blue

Job Posting Title:

Senior Manager, IT Program Management

Requisition Number:

R-000006017

Department Name:

Program Management

Work Location:

UK Chandler Hospital, Pavilion A

Grade Level:

15

Type of Position:

Regular

Position Time Status:

Full time

Equivalency Link

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for managing and coordinating multiple cross-functional IT programs that support organizational strategy, operational performance, and technology objectives. Oversees program planning, execution, and delivery across diverse IT initiatives while ensuring adherence to budget, scope, and timeline requirements. Collaborates with business and technical leaders to implement standardized program management practices, governance frameworks, and performance reporting. Leads and mentors project managers and teams to drive consistency, quality, and continuous improvement in program delivery. Ensures all programs deliver measurable value and align with enterprise goals.

Essential Functions

• Manages the planning, execution, and oversight of multiple IT programs, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, business objectives, and governance standards.

• Oversees program budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery of IT initiatives.

• Coordinates cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration between IT, business, and operational leaders to meet strategic goals and stakeholder expectations.

• Monitors program performance metrics, risks, and outcomes, providing detailed reporting and recommendations to senior leadership.

• Implements standardized program management methodologies and best practices to enhance consistency and delivery quality across initiatives.

• Identifies and mitigates program risks, ensuring proactive resolution of issues that could impact program success.

• Provides leadership, coaching, and performance management to project managers and teams, fostering professional development and accountability.

• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication, transparency, and alignment of priorities across programs.

• Drives process improvement initiatives and adoption of new tools and technologies to enhance IT program efficiency and governance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor’s degree

-

Experience Requirement

6-7 years of progressive experience and 2 years of related managerial experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

N/A

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs:1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at the computer workstation for extended periods:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet:1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces:1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises:1. Never

M. Temperature extremes:1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation:1. Never

P. Burns:1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:1. Never

T. Combative/violent people:1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses):1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.