Project Management Specialist

DORT FINANCIAL CU•Grand Blanc, MI

7d•$0 - $31

About The Position

The Project Management Specialist serves as a collaborative partner across the Credit Union, helping teams bring strategic and operational initiatives from concept to successful completion. This role works closely with stakeholders to define goals, create practical project plans, coordinate resources, and support clear communication throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring efforts remain aligned with organizational priorities and member needs. By building strong relationships with cross-functional teams, vendors, and leadership, the Project Management Specialist facilitates collaboration, encourages shared accountability, and helps teams navigate risks and challenges with confidence. This position champions a culture of effective project management by providing guidance, fostering transparency, and supporting innovative solutions that strengthen organizational performance, enhance the member experience, and advance the Credit Union's mission and strategic vision.

Requirements

Minimum of three or more years of actual project management experience required.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong budget management and financial analysis skills.
Advanced organizational, planning, and time management abilities.
Knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile principles and practices.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and project management software.
Must be bondable
Candidates are responsible for ensuring they have the legal authorization to work in the location where they apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a credit union or other financial institution is highly preferred.
Experience with short range (one year) and long range (two to five years) planning preferred.
Project Management Practitioner (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

Serve as a collaborative partner across the Credit Union, helping teams bring strategic and operational initiatives from concept to successful completion.
Work closely with stakeholders to define goals, create practical project plans, coordinate resources, and support clear communication throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring efforts remain aligned with organizational priorities and member needs.
Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, vendors, and leadership.
Facilitate collaboration, encourage shared accountability, and help teams navigate risks and challenges with confidence.
Champion a culture of effective project management by providing guidance, fostering transparency, and supporting innovative solutions that strengthen organizational performance, enhance the member experience, and advance the Credit Union's mission and strategic vision.