Project Manager III

Dickinson Financial Corp•Kansas City, MO

2h•$120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager III (PM III) position will be responsible for managing multiple high-profile bank projects. This role will manage projects focused on the delivery of a wide range of technology and non-technology solutions including but not limited to business initiatives, software development or other technology-related projects. The PM III role requires a combination of project management, business analyst, client relations and high-level communications skills. The PM III will execute all project management tasks related to the planning, design, testing, and implementation of new technology projects or enhancements to existing technologies. Successful PM IIIs apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help maximize enterprise investments. The PM III will gather, develop, and analyze data in support of business case and business technical requirements. The PM III is expected to follow business processes to address tasks, risks, and issues. The PM III will develop, manage, and communicate detailed project plans to ensure that tasks are completed on time, within budget, and according to project requirements. The PM III may develop and implement communication programs to ensure expectations and deadlines are clearly understood. The PM III will manage day-to-day project communication with clients and project team members, develop and maintain positive working relationships with project stakeholders, and manage project-related expectations.

Requirements

Knowledge of employment and labor laws and recruiting best practices.
Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work accurately
Ability to organize work
Strong written and verbal communication skills required
Proficient Microsoft Office suite of products
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one to two (1-2) years’ experience in recruiting and use of applicant tracking systems
Previous bank recruiting experience preferred
Minimum 6 months cash handling experience preferred
The work environment is typical of a standard office or retail banking setting.
The position is sedentary, involving sitting most of the workday; however, the position will involve moving about the workspace to reach entrances/exits, restrooms, conference rooms, or other areas within the work environment.
Reaching may be required involving the ability to move arms in any direction.
Office equipment, such as a computer and telephone, will be used requiring the ability to manipulate a keyboard, mouse, and/or keypad.
The ability to decipher a computer screen or written documents is necessary.
The ability to express or exchange ideas; impart information to clients, coworkers, or the public; or to convey detailed or important instructions; is required.
The ability to receive and understand detailed information shared through oral or written communication is required.
Position requires lifting and/or the exerting of up to 10 pounds of force.

Nice To Haves

Previous bank recruiting experience preferred
Minimum 6 months cash handling experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manages and delivers the required products for each project, phase, or stage of a project based on that project's work plan. Obtains signoff from project sponsor on deliverables and project completion.
Delivers and ensures adherence to time, budget and deliverables and project milestones within agreed tolerances; manages tradeoffs between scope, schedule, quality & cost; and monitors and controls the progress of the project at an operational level.
Obtains, directs, motivates, and manages people; and manages the work and resources involved.
Establishes and updates project plans and project schedules with forecasts and actuals and manage deviations from plan.
Reports to respective stakeholders through various methods including team meetings, status reports; steering committee; etc.
Liaises with project sponsors, customers, vendors, or partners and facilitate communication to all involved as appropriate and manages expectations with all stakeholders.
Escalates decisions and unresolved issues to the next level of management. Communicates, facilitates, and manages resolution of complex issues and challenging situations and personnel.
Concludes the work upon completion or premature cessation; prepares lessons learned and appropriately close all project issues. Closes all project documentation and archives appropriate records. Ensures proper hand off to maintain ongoing support, as needed.
Ensures the visibility of the business case or project scope. Ensures all project requirements and objectives are properly documented and communicated throughout the project team.
Verifies the Key Success Indicators as the basis for managing the project.
Ensures PMO methodology, standards, process, and procedures are followed on all projects. Documents, obtains approval, and enforces project change management with all stakeholders. Makes recommendations to improve methodologies, processes, and templates.
Facilitates project risk reviews and proper mitigation.
Reviews contracts, statements of work and ensure proper sign offs and involvement of key associates.
May supervises others, including interviewing, hiring, coaching, scheduling, counseling, motivating, training, preparing, and delivering performance evaluations, preparing, and delivering discipline, and terminating, when appropriate. Conducts regular meetings and provides frequent feedback to associates to develop them and provide a career path for all associates whose performance supports promotion.
Interviews and approves of project contract resources, when needed; and internal DFC potential new hires as requested by hiring managers.
Protect all client and bank information confidentially and follow all company policies.
Understand, communicate, and instill the Company’s mission, vision, and values (Pillars of Success).
Complete monthly training in a timely manner to ensure knowledge of bank regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.
Working at the worksite during regular business hours and/or assigned hours.
Other specified duties as assigned.