Job Description
Project Manager III
Oversee various system projects of a highly complex nature without supervision. Assemble project team, assign individual responsibilities, identify appropriate resources needed, and develop schedule to ensure timely completion of projects.
Compensation & Benefits:
Starting Salary Range for Project Manager: Pay commensurate with experience.
Benefits That Set Us Apart
When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.
Highlights include:
• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection
Because taking care of our employees isn't just a promise, it's part of who we are.
Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.
Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:
Includes the following:
• Evaluates and develops project plans and budgets.
• Maintains familiarity with the system scope and project objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member in order to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.
• Coordinates with multiple internal and external groups.
• Disseminates information on any problems or potential delays and mitigation plans.
• Ensures that projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Communicates project progress to appropriate audience.
• Manages all phases of assigned programs from inception through completion
• Manages aspects of customer interface, including requirements of cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Manages project deliverables and progress through continuous communication with project members.
• Participates in negotiation of requirements and requirements changes.
• Oversees Cost, Schedule, Scope, and Risk Management.
• Remains aware of any potential problems and works to mitigate any risks
• Serves as focal point for and liaison between departments on project status or other project information.
• Provides leadership and motivation to project team members throughout the project life cycle and provide practical guidance on driving projects to completion.
• Recommends and implements improvements to IT's PMO.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervisory/management authority. Lead/and guide the work of other employees
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with implementing large-scale projects.
• Work may require travel, including overnight stays.
• Working knowledge of project management, creating, and implementing project schedules, and managing project teams and budgets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead, mentor and advise large teams.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• PMP Certification highly recommended.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Work Environment:
Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office setting. Work will require varied shifts including, weekends and holidays, as needed (on call).
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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
