Program Manager II

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<p><b>What this Job Entails: </b></p><p></p><p>The Project & Program Management II role is responsible for planning and coordinating all aspects of internal information, system-specific projects from initiation to delivery. Projects often involve network, server, or software implementation and upgrades, and PC deployment. The role coordinates work performed by IT staff and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments. The role develops detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, testing, documentation, training and on-time delivery within budget constraints. Projects may vary in number, size and complexity. </p><p></p><p><b>Scope: </b></p><ul><li><p>Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues</p></li><li><p>Works on problems of moderate scope</p></li><li><p>Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Your Roles and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>Manages multiple, cross-functional and technical projects. </p></li><li><p>Partner with functional teams during initiation, plan, design, procurement, deployment, and post deployment phases. </p></li><li><p>Responsible for managing/tracking program milestones, timeline, and overall deliverables. </p></li><li><p>Engage in creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation including schedules, reviews, process documents, risk analysis, etc. </p></li><li><p>Participate in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility. </p></li><li><p>Participate in driving project lifecycle milestones from concept commit through project closure and advocate change management. </p></li><li><p>Use metrics and KPIs to measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and provide regular status updates. </p></li><li><p>Participate in internal process improvements; remove gaps, across multiple teams and functions. </p></li><li><p>Ensure risks are accounted for and provide risk mitigation strategies. </p></li><li><p>Be a point of contact for vendor partners and internal stakeholders. </p></li><li><p>Coordinate and assist with regularly scheduled meetings with core teams. </p></li><li><p>Take an active role in evaluation of post project results against metrics; recommend or implement changes to improve delivery <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">practices/processes. </span></p></li><li><p>Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Qualifications/Skills:</span></b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience </p></li><li><p>Builds productive internal and external working relationships</p></li><li><p>Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action</p></li><li><p>Understanding of project management teams, resolving conflict, and meeting schedule timelines</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, documentation)</p></li><li><p>Ability to work on multiple projects and assignments concurrently</p></li><li><p>Self-starter who is able to quickly learn new tools and gain familiarity with new processes and technologies with minimal assistance</p></li><li><p>Experience creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation</p></li><li><p>Strong observational and analytical skills, including: ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks</p></li><li><p>Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and communicate project updates to client executives. </p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Qualifications: </span></b></p><ul><li><p>Various certifications</p></li><li><p>Change management knowledge </p></li><li><p>Familiarity with various project management methodologies </p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Physical Demand & Work Environment:</b></p><ul><li><p>Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing</p></li><li><p>Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment</p></li><li><p>Must be able to use a computer</p></li><li><p>Must have the ability to communicate effectively </p></li><li><p>Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers</p></li></ul><p></p><p><span><b><span>Assessment for SQL needed</span></b></span></p><p><span><span>Criteria / Required Skill Set</span></span></p><ul><li><p><span><b><span>Strong data analysis a</span></b><span>nd analytical problem-solving skills</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>Technical background/ software engineer</span></b></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>Advanced Excel </span></b><span>proficiency</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Git experience</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</span></b></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Experience with ticketing systems and operational workflows</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Quick learner with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>Working knowledge of SQL</span></b></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Project and program management skills with strong focus on timeliness and execution</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>SOP/documentation writing skills</span></b></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>Experience with LaTeX and Markdown formatting</span></b></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Command-line / terminal experience</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Basic to intermediate Python knowledge</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Dashboard creation and reporting experience (PLX preferred)</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>Prior software engineering experience preferred</span></b></span></p></li><li><p><span><b><span>Prior Google experience is a plus</span></b></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Experience supporting change management initiatives</span></span></p></li></ul><p></p>

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