Associate Enterprise Project Manager

Founders Federal Credit Union; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan (401k + Pension)

Health and Dental Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Founders Federal Credit Union is seeking an Associate Enterprise Project Manager to join our Enterprise Project team on site at our Corporate Headquarters in Lancaster, SC.

You will work with Enterprise Project Managers to manage small-scale credit union projects, create project charters and schedules, and maintain project documents while coordinating with internal and external resources for successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current experience as a project coordinator or experience as a project resource on large credit union projects.
• At least two years of previous financial institution experience with understanding of credit union processes and procedures.
• CAPM or PMP certification preferred or must attain certification within 18 months of hire.
• Experience with project-related software like Smartsheet and Microsoft Project is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage small-scale projects; may oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Define project scope, requirements, and schedule with stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for project execution.
• Create, maintain, and update project documentation and RAID logs.
• Report project status to management and ensure governance adherence.
• Ensure compliance with change control procedures and test plans.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Vendor management

Stakeholder engagement

Meeting leadership

Education

CAPM or PMP certification

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Lancaster, SC, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2130

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Job Description

Founders Federal Credit Union helps our members attain their financial goals. Our innovative services, convenient locations, and friendly employees are dedicated to our members and their financial future. Founders Federal Credit Union is strongly committed to providing the highest level of quality service to our members. We realize our outstanding, dedicated employees make it all happen.

Are you an entry level Project Manager looking to advance your career in a stable, growing organization? If so, this position may be the right fit for you! We are looking for a dedicated individual with project coordinator experience to join our Enterprise Project team as an Associate Enterprise Project Manager located on site at our Corporate Headquarters in Lancaster, SC.

Job Summary:

The Associate Enterprise Project Manager will work closely with the Enterprise Project Managers and Enterprise Senior Project Mangers to manage small scale credit union projects including creation of the project charter, project schedule as well as maintain a project specific documents. Will be responsible coordinating with internal and external resources to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects.

Job Duties:

• The Associate Enterprise Project Manager will be responsible for managing small-scale projects. They may be managing multiple small-scale projects at one time depending on business needs.
• Work with the Enterprise Project Managers and the business to define project scope and requirements ensuring all relevant internal and external stakeholders are included as necessary.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs and ensure all necessary stakeholders are informed of impactful changes.
• Report on project status and elevate to management as necessary and ensure project visibility at all levels within the organization.
• Proactively engage project sponsors, business owners and stakeholders to ensure a successful project outcome.
• With the assistance of the EPMs, coordinate vendor selection, vendor management and the vendor due diligence process for assigned projects.
• Work with project stakeholders to ensure necessary execution of test plans for projects are completed as part of the project implementation process.
• Create, maintain, and update project documentation in relation to EPM Governance and EPM Framework guidelines.
• Work with the business to ensure all project requests are entered accurately into the portfolio management tool and approved prior to project initiation.
• For assigned projects, ensure project schedule, RAID Logs and expenses are maintained, and any critical issues are communicated to project stakeholders and management as necessary.
• Follow documented change control procedures and processes and ensure project scope is updated if necessary.
• Working with the project resources to ensure the team is evaluating legal and compliance impact related to assigned projects.
• Due to the critical nature of data security, each employee has the responsibility to protect company data. Employees have legal and regulatory obligations to respect and protect the privacy of information and its integrity and confidentiality. Guidance is contained in the company information security policies. Violations of policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
• Adhere to the principle of least privilege to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to critical systems or sensitive data by maintaining account permissions to accounts, processes and programs only required to do the job assigned.
• Attend conferences and training as required to gain proficiency.
• May be required to work nights and weekends to support the needs of projects on occasion.
• Comply with Founders’ policies and procedures, as well applicable laws, regulations, and statutes issued by federal agencies such as NCUA and FFIEC, including, but not limited to, GLB and BSA. Employees have legal and regulatory obligations to respect and protect the privacy of information and its integrity and confidentiality.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Current experience as a project coordinator or experience as a project resource on large credit union projects.
• At least two years of previous financial institution experience with a thorough understanding of credit union processes and procedures preferred.
• Must have the ability to coordinate and direct internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of assigned projects.
• Ability to recognize problems and evaluate alternatives to find solutions using a variety of different techniques.
• Possess excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate and document technical information to non-technical audiences.
• The successful candidate should demonstrate skills in leading projects ensuring project due dates are met with appropriate follow-up and reporting.
• Experience in utilizing project-related software like Smartsheet and Microsoft Project is preferred; training will be provided for the qualified candidate.
• Associate Enterprise Project Manager must have the ability to work with the project team to thoroughly document, research and resolve project related questions or concerns.
• Candidate must demonstrate the ability to lead meetings and teams comprised of vendors, technical and non-technical peers, and business owners.
• CAPM or PMP certification preferred or must attain certification within 18 months of hire.
• Experience or participation with the creation of business requirements

Pre-employment credit verification, background check, and drug screen is required

As the Associate Enterprise Project Manager, you will receive a competitive income and comprehensive benefits package. Benefits provided include the following:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Family-oriented culture that values work/life balance
• Retirement Plan (401k with employer contributions + Pension Plan fully funded by FFCU)
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (at no cost to employee)
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance coverage for employee, spouse, and children
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible spending accounts
• Long Term Care Plan
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement to assist with furthering education
• Certifications - Assistance with achieving and maintaining
• Fit Founders Wellness Program

A pre-employment criminal background check, drug screen, consumer credit investigation, and previous employer reference check will be required.

EOE

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