Project Manager II

Whitefish Credit Union; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k contribution

Pension plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Whitefish Credit Union in Kalispell, MT is seeking a Full-Time Professional to lead and manage complex PMO projects from initiation to delivery. You will collaborate with stakeholders, craft comprehensive project plans, and guide cross-functional teams to ensure timely outcomes.

The role requires solid experience in project lifecycles, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage scope, schedules, and risks while promoting process improvements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience leading project teams to deliver within scope.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Familiarity with standard project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage full-scale project plans, schedules, and charters with tasks, milestones, dependencies, and critical paths.
• Lead and manage assigned projects by overseeing scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, risks, and reporting; liaison with stakeholders.
• Develop and document requirements for each project with Business Analyst, sponsor, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate third-party vendors and consultants, monitor deliverables and contractual commitments.
• Maintain positive relationships across the organization to promote cohesive project teams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within projects and departments.
• Analyze data to deliver progress reports, proposals, and documentation to PMO Manager.
• Apply Whitefish Credit Union methodology and standards to projects and actions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in project management or business

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Job description

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Full-Time Professional Kalispell, MT, US

WHITEFISH CREDIT UNION

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Organizational Relationships:

Reports to Project Management Office Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

General Function:

Collaboratively develops, manages, and timely completes assigned Project Management Office (PMO) projects following standard project management processes. Partner with key stakeholders and collaboratively serve as the leader of their assigned project(s). Assist PMO Manager with mentorship of junior Project Management colleagues.

Position Functions:

• Develop and manage full scale project plans, schedules, and charters which include but are not limited to the tasks, milestones, dependencies, critical paths, and secondary support processes within project management standards to ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
• Lead and manage assigned projects by overseeing scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, risks, and project reporting. Act as the primary liaison for stakeholders, proactively identifying and resolving risks and issues, and escalating concerns when appropriate to ensure successful delivery and achievement of project objectives.
• Develop and document requirements for each assigned project using standard methodologies by working with the assigned Business Analyst, project sponsor, and/or stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities involving third-party vendors and consultants, including monitoring vendor deliverables and contractual commitments.
• Responsible for managing positive relationships throughout the organization, including all project team members, contributors, stakeholders, and executive managers to promote cohesive, functional project teams.
• Identify and lead through consultation opportunities for project and department process improvements.
• Analyze and interpret data to develop progress reports, proposals, and requirements documentation, and deliver to the PMO Manager.
• Apply Whitefish Credit Union methodology and standards to projects and actions taken.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Mastered ability to manage all phases of the project lifecycle through a variety of methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Ability to tactfully communicate effectively in person, in writing and over the phone with all internal and external stakeholders. Courtesy and tact are essential.
• Ability and willingness to interact calmly and professionally with people from all backgrounds.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize day-to-day responsibilities with attention to detail and timeliness.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work with others in an effective manner, listen well, share work-related information and be tolerant of others’ work styles.
• Competent with Microsoft Office; ability and willingness to work with a variety of office equipment and software systems.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., with or without accommodation.
• Complete mandatory annual BSA training that includes Red Flag, Identity Theft, OFAC, CTR and SAR reporting and thresholds, as well as the safe keeping of member information, and passing any applicable tests.
• Follow all Whitefish Credit Union, Montana and Federal information privacy guidelines.
• Adhere to all Whitefish Credit Union policies and procedures.
• Protect Member and Whitefish Credit Union confidential information.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in project management or business, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of similar or related experience leading and directing project teams to deliver projects within the constraints of the specifications required.
• PMP Certification required, or candidate must be willing and able to study and sit for the exam within 12 months of filling the role.
• Previous credit union or financial services industry experience preferred.
• Information technology project experience preferred.
• Previous Symitar Episys and JHA systems experience a plus.

Compensation Package

• Competitive starting wage
• 100% employer-paid health insurance for Employee
  • FSA (Flex plan) available
  • Telehealth available
• 3% employer 401k contribution (no matching requirement)
• 8% employer pension plan contribution (following first year of employment)
• 11 paid federal holidays (Saturday holidays excluded)
• 17 days of PTO annually, accrued monthly
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness program
• Social Responsibility Policy – 24 hours annually of paid time for non-profit volunteer efforts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program – application-eligible following one year of employment

This job description is to be considered a general outline of the duties and responsibilities of this position and is subject to change and revision at any time. Position functions and requirements are listed as guidelines only and the job is not necessarily limited to these specifications.