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Job Summary:
Job Description:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):
SCOPE & IMPACT:
This position takes on a crucial role in supporting the planning, executing, and overseeing IT projects within the organization. Collaborating with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams, they ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Assist in project planning and execution:
- Collaborate with IT Project Managers to develop project plans, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Support the coordination and execution of project activities, ensuring adherence to project management best practices.
- Assist in identifying project risks, issues, and dependencies, and propose mitigation strategies.
- Stakeholder management:
- Engage and collaborate with project stakeholders to understand their requirements and expectations.
- Communicate project updates, progress, and key milestones to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure project success.
- Project coordination and tracking:
- Assist in coordinating project resources, tasks, and deliverables across cross-functional teams.
- Monitor project progress, track key metrics, and report on project status to the PMO.
- Support the maintenance of project documentation, including project plans, risk logs, and change requests.
- Quality assurance and risk management:
- Contribute to ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards and align with business requirements.
- Identify and assess project risks, and assist in the development and implementation of risk mitigation plans.
- Participate in project reviews and lessons learned sessions to continuously improve project delivery processes.
- Collaboration and teamwork:
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting effective communication and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, infrastructure, and business analysis teams, to ensure project success.
- Act as a point of contact for team members, providing guidance and support as needed.
SCOPE & IMPACT:
This position takes on a crucial role in supporting the planning, executing, and overseeing IT projects within the organization. Collaborating with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams, they ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in IT project management or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Solid organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve project-related issues.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, ServiceNow) is preferred.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- PMP Certificate
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Job Description:
Weekly Hours:
40Benefits for Employees in the US:
Benefit offerings to employee and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.