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SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER
University of California Office of the President | |
United States, California, Oakland | |
1111 Franklin Street (Show on map) | |
April 21, 2024 | |
For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at: UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good. The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Department Overview The CDL is a unit within the Academic Affairs division of the UC Office of the President, has a staff of 75+ and is located in downtown Oakland. The Senior Product Manager possesses deep expertise in metadata and information technology, is responsive to the needs of HathiTrust contributors and users and works to facilitate collaborative partnerships with the goal of advancing initiatives, evaluating service opportunities, assessing user needs, and expanding product functionality. The incumbent will assume a key role in promoting partnerships between CDL and organizations working toward national metadata standards. The Senior Product Manager position operates within a rapidly evolving academic library environment, requiring an exceptional degree of organization, professionalism, collaboration, and problem solving. 35% Portfolio management: Manages the maintenance and ongoing development of a portfolio of metadata ingest and analytical tools, primarily the Zephir product, utilized by HathiTrust repository contributors nationwide. Identifies emerging market trends and leads the identification of additional opportunities for value added services. Participates in the development of the organization's long-range strategic metadata service and product plans. Ensures that a broad range of staff and stakeholders are invoked, engaged, and contribute to metadata service initiatives. 25% Project management: Utilizes advanced project management techniques that support decision-making across multiple stakeholders, resulting in widespread partnership, accountability, and commitment. Using Agile and Scrum methodologies, leads product development initiatives and ongoing maintenance projects, in collaboration with CDL and HathiTrust staff. Develops project plans, including goals, deliverables, resource allocation, and timelines, for projects and products of significant size and complexity. 25% Collaboration and consultation: Promotes innovation, best practices, and collaboration as a lead participant in multiple national and UC stakeholder groups. Collaboratively develops, modifies, and executes policies and projects related to metadata services and processes. Acts as a product liaison across the organization, to external agencies, and to other stakeholders to ensure effective production, delivery, and operation of services and enhancements. 15% Strategic communications and relations: Oversees effective and timely communication related to metadata initiatives, including the HathiTrust and Zephir services, to collaborative partners, stakeholders, and the UC campus libraries. Prepares committee, project, and other presentations and reports. Coordinates the production of relevant data and analysis. Utilizes extensive knowledge of Zephir and HathiTrust to provide representation on external panels, committees, and meetings. Ensures the preparation and maintenance of documentation including end-user documentation and release notes. Experience
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Job Title Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HOW TO APPLY Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application. APPLICATION REVIEW DATE The first review date for this job is April 22, 2024. The position will be open until filled. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT California Residency: California residents (or those willing to relocate) who wish to work onsite, hybrid, or fully remotely will be considered. This position is not eligible for visa transfer or sponsorship. Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. EEO STATEMENT The University of California, Office of the President, is 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, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: . For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: . The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at: or email the Human Resource Department at: . *LI-SG1 |