Director Product Management

104071BR

Campus: Tempe

Dir Information Technology Svc

Job Description

We seek a passionate and experienced Director of Product Management to join Enterprise Technology (ET) to lead the development and implementation of innovative digital products and services for Enterprise Technology at Arizona State University (ASU). In this role, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our digital ecosystem, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our students, faculty, staff, and alums. You will be responsible for leading a team of product managers in the development and execution of product strategies that align with the overall business objectives and the creation and improvement of well-designed product solutions that provide value to students, faculty, and staff. This role reports to the Senior Director of Portfolio Management & Execution.

As with everyone on the Enterprise Technology team, our intentional focus on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging as well as culture and communications are core responsibilities in this role. With an increased emphasis on authenticity, compassion, and inclusivity, this position strives to embody and advance our Enterprise Technology Positive Core.

Job Family

Information Technology

Department Name

Product Management

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

ASU Enterprise Technology

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

Depends on experience

Close Date

03-September-2024 is the initial close date. Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed each week until the job is closed

Category

04

Essential Duties

• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of product managers in the design, development, and launch of high-impact digital products and services.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive product group vision and strategy aligned with the university's strategic goals.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in higher education and integrate them into the product strategy.
• Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation within the team, including digital transformation and AI products.
• Build collaborative relationships with the Web & UX team as well as the Engineering team.
• Prioritize product initiatives based on data, user feedback, and university objectives.
• Partner with key stakeholders across the university, including academic departments, to ensure product initiatives align with overall goals and initiatives.
• Guide teams on product development lifecycle, driving product strategy, user experience design, development sprints, and launch plans.
• Oversee product analytics and define success metrics to measure product impact.
• Champion a product-centric and data-informed culture within the team, utilizing data to drive product decisions and improve user experience.
• Take responsibility for fostering culture, advancing our values, and championing engagement in all its forms -- collaborating across our teams as well as participating in ET/ASU events and programs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field AND eight (8) years of related experience as a computing professional, which includes five (5) years of management/supervisory experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in product management with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams in the development and launch of successful digital products.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• 10 years of experience of designing and delivering digital products in alignment with organizational strategy.
• Proven ability to build, lead, and empower product teams for success.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in product management tools and frameworks.
• A passion for innovation and a commitment to improving the overall educational experience
• Ability to model empathy, compassion and emotional intelligence
• Experience hiring in a values-led organization, emphasizing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Ability to help foster a safe psychological space for all teammates where everyone can thrive
• Ability to stimulate changes in individual, institutional, and corporate behaviors to create a more sustainable environment
• Ability to lead by example in communicating, participating and encouraging support of the institution’s sustainability programs

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (75%); required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work (10%).
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds (15%).
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Department Statement

The Enterprise Technology (ET) embraces its role as both an enabler and catalyst for advancing the vision and work of the New American University. We are a values-driven organization. Our commitments are reflected in all of the work we do in pursuit of operational excellence, the experience and delight of our community, and our strategic and innovation initiatives. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Join the team that sparks human-centered innovation

ET is a rapidly reconfigurable and entrepreneurial organization at ASU that prioritizes and executes to meet the needs of our community of learners, faculty, researchers and staff. Our work emphasizes autonomy, flexibility and distributed decision-making to leverage the strengths of individuals. Together, we embrace a culture that nurtures, engages and embraces diverse voices with a shared lens of positive community impact and expanded opportunities for collaboration.

Why join us?

Mission oriented. Everything we do is to advance ASU’s charter -- measuring who we include and how they succeed. We are staunch champions of learner success and put people first.

Flexibility. Our flexible work environment allows employees to explore opportunities with their supervisor beyond the traditional work schedule. Opportunities include hybrid work where staff are in person three days per week.

Culture forward. We embrace a Positive Core culture: Belonging, Relational, Authentic, Visionary and Empowered. The ET fabric weaves together diversity, equity and inclusion applied in our daily work and interactions.

Scale of impact. Our work changes the world. With 180k+ learners, faculty, researchers and staff, working with ET means you have the capacity to improve many lives and entire communities.

World-class, low cost education. Our professional development is built in! ET encourages staff to seek additional certificates and degrees via ASU’s top ranked programs with major tuition breaks.

Exposure to industry giants. ET partners with Amazon, Apple, Cox, Verizon, Salesforce, Alteryx and a diversity of technology companies to enhance our innovations and deepen their impact.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.