IT Project Manager

AgFirst Farm Credit Bank • $90K — $110K *

Omaha, NE 68104In-Person

Information Technology

Less than 5 years of experience

Yesterday

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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Management of Information Systems, or Business Administration
4+ years of experience in Information Technology with project management experience
Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) Certification or willingness to obtain within two years
Strong understanding of project management methodologies
Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams and vendors

Responsibilities

Lead planning and implementation of technology projects
Ensure project commitments are met throughout the lifecycle
Follow established project management methodologies
Coordinate project vision and scope with stakeholders
Facilitate project launch and regular meetings
Establish and monitor project milestones and progress
Resolve conflicts within and between projects

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development and certification
Collaborative work environment with cross-team interactions
Exposure to large-scale technology projects
Engagement with hardware/software vendors
Potential for career advancement within the organization

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Full Job Description

We are seeking an Information Technology (IT) Project Manager who will be responsible for the coordination and completion of large-scale and/or cross-team projects within the Technology Services teams. Oversee all aspects of the project including project launch, execution, and post-project closure activities. The IT Project Manager works across multiple teams and with hardware/software vendors when necessary to effectively coordinate activities, monitor progress, and address issues as they arise.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Lead planning and/or implementation of technology projects.
Focus on meeting project commitments throughout the project lifecycle.
Follow defined and agreed upon project management methodology.
Coordinate the creation of the project's vision and scope with project sponsors, stakeholders, and project team members. This includes alignment to project outcomes and strategic objectives. Facilitate decision-making on scope tradeoffs, funding, and delivery options.
Facilitate project launch activities, regular project meetings, standups, closeout and assessment meetings and other various project activities with project team members, leadership, and vendors when appropriate.
Establish milestones appropriate for project goals and objectives, utilize methods to monitor project progress against established milestones, identify resource solutions to project issues, coordinate resolutions to obstacles, and communicate project status to all levels of the organization.
Resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas.
Track project expenses against budget, estimate variances, and communicate project expenditure summaries to leadership when appropriate.
Coordinate project implementation, change management, testing and training plans when appropriate. Assist teams to break down work into tasks.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Management of Information Systems, or Business Administration.

Years of Experience

4+ years of experience in Information Technology with previous experience in managing projects.

Certification and Technical Requirements

Have Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) Certification or willing to attain within first two years of employment.

Category:

Financial Services , Information Technology

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About AgFirst Farm Credit Bank

AgFirst Farm Credit Bank is a cooperative agricultural credit bank that provides financial services to farmers, ranchers, and rural homeowners. The bank was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. AgFirst Farm Credit Bank is a part of the Farm Credit System, which is a nationwide network of borrower-owned lending institutions that provide credit to farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. The bank offers a range of financial services, including loans, leases, and crop insurance. AgFirst Farm Credit Bank is committed to supporting rural communities and promoting agriculture in the United States.

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Size

500 employees

Industry

Finance & Insurance

* Ladders Estimates

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