Project Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid #LI-HYBRID

This Project Manager position starts at $64,231.20 annually with an annual award opportunity based off individual and credit union performance. We also offer the following benefits for all employees: 401k, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Paid Volunteer Hours, and an Advia Sponsored Wellness Program.

What you should know about the role

Accountable for the oversight of all significant corporate projects, including resource utilization, budgets, enforcement of project schedules, appropriate communication to all stakeholders, and the execution of project work plans. Performs system and workflow research to improve productivity and to alleviate bottlenecks. Serves as the liaison between the project teams and management. This is accomplished by providing outstanding service to both internal and external members as defined by living and demonstrating the core values of the credit union; Act with Integrity, Drive Progress, Build & Strengthen Relationships and Keep People at the Core.

What you should know about Advia

Advia is a fast-growing Credit Union that is positioned in the top 3% of credit unions across the United States. We serve over 198,000 members and with assets near $3 Billion. We offer very similar product and services as the big banks with a focus on saving our members money while providing financial advantages. We are rooted in our communities and believe we have a responsibility to give back outside of our four branch walls through volunteering and charitable donations. The work environment at Advia is fast-paced, performance based and fun infused. We certainly live by the saying "work hard, play hard." As an employee of Advia, you can expect regular and constructive feedback, development opportunities, great benefits, excellent co-workers and engaged managers.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

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  Oversees all phases of projects; request, initiation, planning, execution, closing. This includes developing and maintaining project documents, plans, and budgets.

  
  
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  Manages projects using MS Project and Project Online.

  
  
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  Manages and resolves issues that may arise during the lifecycle of the project.

  
  
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  Facilitates team and group meetings.

  
  
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  Assists in management of Advia's project portfolio.

  
  
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  Defines project risks. Develops and maintains risk strategies.

  
  
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  Familiarizes project team members in Advia's project management methodologies including policies, procedures, work flows, templates, and tools.

  
  
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  Adheres to data standards necessary to maintain Advia's project portfolio.

  
  
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  Compiles project status reports and communicates updates to project sponsors/stakeholders.

  
  
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  Must comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control. Additionally, all employees must follow policies and procedures to minimize risk by exercising judgment, raising questions to management, and adhering to policy guidelines.

  
  

Experience

Three plus years of similar or related experience, including preparatory experience. Must possess knowledge of project management processes and methodologies along with associated applications to effectively manage projects. Experience managing process improvement projects preferred.

Education/Certification/Licenses

A college degree. Project Management Certification preferred but not required.

Interpersonal Skills

The ability to motivate or influence internal or external senior level professionals is a critical part of the job, requiring a significant level of influence and trust. Obtaining cooperation and agreement on important outcomes via frequently complex, senior level dialogues, as well as a professional level of written communication skills are essential to the position.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. May occasionally need to lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Must be able to routinely perform work indoors in climate-controlled shared work area with minimal noise.

Mental and/or Emotional Requirements

Must be able to perform job functions independently or with limited supervision and work effectively either on own or as part of a team. Must be able to read and carry out various written instructions and follow oral instructions. Must be able to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence. Must be capable of dealing calmly and professionally with numerous different personalities from diverse cultures at various levels within and outside of the organization and demonstrate highest levels of customer service and discretion when dealing with the public. Must be able to perform responsibilities with composure under the stress of deadlines / requirements for extreme accuracy and quality and/or fast pace. Must be able to effectively handle multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities. Must be capable of exercising highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters.