Project Manager, Information Technology

American Museum of Natural History

  • New York City, NY
  • $85,000-100,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.The Information Technology department is seeking an IT Project Manager to drive the full lifecycle of IT projects from initiation to closeout. This includes developing project charters to define scope, objectives and stakeholder roles, creating detailed project schedules tied to milestones and tracking progress against those timelines. The role also covers managing project documentation, coordinating outputs with technical teams and ensuring seamless communication with internal and external partners and collaborators. As projects move toward completion, the Project Manager will lead closeout activities, capturing lessons learned and finalizing outputs including run books.This role reports to the Senior Manager of Product and Planning and is a part of IT's Product and Planning team.Job duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Lead and support IT projects and efforts as assigned.
  • Develop meeting agendas, schedule and facilitate project meetings, take minutes and follow up on action items.
  • Create and maintain project charters, schedules and other key project documentation.
  • Provide regular project updates and status reports.
  • Track project tasks assigned to internal teams and external vendors.
  • Maintain a schedule that requires availability after-hours for system upgrades, project rollouts and emergencies.
The expected salary range for the Project Manager is $85,000/annual - $100,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in information systems, business, computer science, operations or another related field.
  • Two years of demonstrated experience managing projects, preferably in a technical environment.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with IT systems and project coordination for technology implementations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Physical Demands
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
Category Full-Time
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period 70
Union Status Non-Union
FLSA Exempt
Expected Salary Minimum $85,000/annual
Expected Salary Maximum $100,000/annual
EEO StatementThe American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.
Quick LinkPosting Detail InformationPosting Number GS895P
Open Date 07/02/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to ApplicantsSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in information systems, business, computer science, operations or another related field?
  • Yes
  • No
  • * Do you have two years of experience managing projects?
  • Yes
  • No
  • * Are you familiar with IT systems and project coordination for technology implementations?
  • Yes
  • No
  • * Do you have a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification?
  • Yes
  • No
  • * I understand this position works onsite at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, NY.
  • Yes
  • No
Documents Needed To ApplyRequired Documents * Resume
  • Cover Letter
Optional DocumentsAmerican Museum of Natural History
200 Central Park West
New York, NY 10024-5192
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