Business Technology Program Manager

Academicpartnerships.wd5.risepoint

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US - Remote Until 8/21/2026 First posted June 21, 2025 Last posted June 21, 2025
Job description

Risepoint assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, Risepoint mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. Risepoint brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partners

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and coordinate large-scale, cross-functional enterprise initiatives. This role combines high-level program oversight with hands-on project management responsibilities. The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and an execution expert, capable of directing the work of contract project managers while actively managing project plans, risks, and resources. Expected duration of this fixed term role is twelve month with an anticipated end date of June 2026.  

Key Responsibilities 

  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex enterprise programs involving multiple business units and stakeholders. 

  • Develop and maintain integrated program plans, tracking milestones and deliverables using Adobe Workfront. 

  • Oversee and coordinate the work of contract project managers to ensure alignment with overall program goals. 

  • Dive into project-level detail when needed to mitigate risks, resolve issues, and remove blockers. 

  • Collaborate with executive sponsors, department leads, and technical teams to ensure program success. 

  • Manage program-level reporting and communications to stakeholders and leadership. 

  • Establish and uphold governance structures and best practices for program and project execution. 

Qualifications 

  • 7+ years of experience in program/project management with a track record of leading large, cross-functional enterprise initiatives. 

  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to deliver results in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Experience managing teams or contractors, with excellent leadership and collaboration skills. 

  • Proficiency in Adobe Workfront or similar project portfolio management tools. 

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

  • PMP, PgMP, or other relevant certifications are a plus. 

RisePoint is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce

About this role

Summary

Lead and coordinate large-scale enterprise initiatives across multiple business units.

Job title

Business Technology Program Manager

Experience level

7+ years

Industry

education

Location requirements

US - Remote, remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

program managementproject managementAdobe Workfrontleadershipcommunication

Preferred skills

PMPPgMP

Specializations

program managementproject managementcross-functionalleadershipcommunication
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

United States

Remote Country