University of Utah
Operations Project Managers
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University of Utah is hiring Operations Project Managers to plan and execute internal operations and non-technical projects in the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine. The role involves gathering data from end users to define deliverables, managing project functional elements, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion, and collaborating with internal administrators and faculty while keeping leadership informed of key project issues.
Highlights
- Plan and execute internal operations and non-technical projects from initiation through delivery.
- Gather and evaluate objectives, goals, and scope from end users to define deliverables.
- Ensure all project targets and requirements are completed on schedule and within budget.
- Collaborate with various internal departments including administrators and faculty for successful project completion.
- Keep leadership informed of significant issues affecting project outcomes, budget, or timeline.
- Requires bachelor’s degree plus 6 years or master’s degree plus 4 years of related experience, with multiple job levels available based on experience.
- Preferred skills include superior organizational abilities, excellent communication, general accounting and finance knowledge, and experience in university administration and faculty academic affairs.
- Salary range is $50,000 to $90,000 depending on experience.
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday daytime schedule.
- Affiliated with University of Utah Health, emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
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| Open Date | 05/04/2026 |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | PRN44918B |
| Job Title | Operations Project Managers |
| Working Title | Project Manager |
| Career Progression Track | P00 |
| Track Level | P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing, S4 - Highly Skilled, S3 - Skilled |
| FLSA Code | Administrative |
| Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
| Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
| Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
| Shift | Day |
| Work Schedule Summary | Monday-Friday 8-5 Schedule may vary |
| VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
| Department | 00220 - Anesthesiology |
| Location | Campus |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
| Pay Rate Range | 50,000 - 90,000 DOE |
| Close Date | 06/15/2026 |
| Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | 05/17/2026 |
| Job Summary | The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine is seeking a motivated and professional Project Manager to plan and execute internal operations/non-technical projects from initiation through delivery. In this role, you will gather required data from end users to evaluate objectives, goals, and scope to define deliverables. Focus on execution and managing the functional elements of the project. Ensure that all targets and requirements are met and are completed on schedule and within budget. Work closely with various internal administrators and faculty to ensure successful completion of projects. Keep leadership informed of key issues that may impact project completion, budget, or other results. Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget. |
| Responsibilities | Operations Project Manager Plan and execute internal operations/non-technical projects from initiation through delivery. Gather required data from end users to evaluate objectives, goals, and scope to define deliverables. Focus on execution and managing the functional elements of the project. Ensure that all targets and requirements are met and are completed on schedule and within budget. Work closely with various internal departments to ensure successful completion of projects. Keep leadership informed of key issues that may impact project completion, budget, or other results. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment. Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Operations Project Manager, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Operations Project Manager, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Operations Project Manager, IV: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience. |
| Preferences | • Superior organizational skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including written and verbal • General accounting & finance knowledge • University administrative experience • Faculty Academic Affairs experience • The ability to effectively & diplomatically address and resolve complex situations of a sensitive and/or confidential nature |
| Type | Benefited Staff |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period. |
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What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
- 14 years or more
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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