Project Manager Job at Scott Credit Union in Edwardsville

Scott Credit Union is looking to hire a full-time Project Manager to join our amazing Executive team. This position works Monday through Friday normal business hours.

Purpose, Mission, Vision, Values

At Scott Credit Union, we are committed to upholding our purpose, mission, vision, and values. Our Purpose guides everything we do as an organization and is supported by our actionable Mission, Vision, and Values. If our chosen purpose, mission, vision, and values resonates with you and you want to find meaning in your work, we hope you will apply to become a part of our team!

Purpose:
To be with our members through every phase of their financial journeys, providing financial solutions that support them, their families, and their communities.

Mission:
Members. Value. Community.

Vision:
Building Better Financial Futures.

Values:
Accountability - I take pride and ownership in all we do.
Diversity - I are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
Growth - I encourage the professional development of our employees.
Integrity - I will maintain the highest ethical standards.
Service Excellence - I am devoted to continuously "WOW"ing our members and colleagues through the 3e Promise.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Scott Credit Union is a recipient of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Top Workplaces Award 2024, the eleventh time since 2012. This year, SCU was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces for our dedication to our people-first culture. The Top Workplaces award highlights SCU's commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment, where employees thrive and contribute to the organization's overall success. Our team is our #1 priority, and we are proud to offer great benefits and perks, such as 11 paid holidays, competitive paid time off (PTO), Short-Term Disability (STD) that includes maternity leave, 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options, educational reimbursement program, employee assistance programs, opportunities for career advancement, casual "dress for your day" dress code, a positive team-oriented culture, and much more! A comprehensive benefit guide with a full list of our benefits can be found on our career page, scu.org/careers/.

The Day to Day as the Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for completing projects by a set of deadlines to uphold strategic business initiatives. The duties include managing scope to defined requirements, driving out milestones and tasks, managing to budget and managing all risks and issues associated with a project.

The Project Manager successfully manages assigned project tasks with minimal oversight. This includes independently creating and maintaining project schedules, managing resources, and completing deliverables by established deadlines. Proactively identifies, documents, and communicates project risks and issues in a timely manner.

The Project Manager fosters a project culture of accountability and clear communication. This is demonstrated by regular and well-documented team meetings, consistent use of project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana), and timely communication of project status to all stakeholders.

Serving as a trusted advisor to project stakeholders, the Project Manager provides data-driven recommendations that influence key decisions and positively collaborates with stakeholders and team members

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following;

• Collaborates closely with Project Owners and other key stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
  Leads and motivates project teams, assigning tasks and providing guidance to ensure successful completion.
• Facilitates regular project meetings, including kick-offs, status updates, and post-project reviews, to keep everyone aligned and on track.
• Develops and maintains detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget using established tools and processes. Coordinates project activities by assigning tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring all milestones are met. Manages projects to successful completion within the defined scope, on schedule, and within budget.
• Proactively identifies potential risks and obstacles and develops mitigation strategies to minimize their impact.
• Monitors project progress, tracking key milestones and deliverables against the established plan.
• Builds and maintains comprehensive project documentation, including project charters, status reports, and lessons learned.
• Ensures all historical project documents are accurately archived for future reference and process improvement.
• Provides clear and concise status reports to stakeholders, keeping them informed of progress, risks, and changes through regular reports and meetings. Clearly articulates project goals and expectations to the team and key stakeholders, to include executive leaders.
• Gathers and analyzes project data and information from multiple sources to diagnose problems and inform decision-making. Presents findings and a range of alternative solutions with a clear recommendation.
• Effectively manages project team activities by fostering a collaborative environment, assigning tasks appropriately, and providing necessary support to ensure team success.
• Monitors and reports project success against established goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). This includes developing and maintaining a system for tracking progress, analyzing project outcomes and providing regular, data-driven reports to stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Are You a Good Fit?

Ask yourself the below questions to help determine if this job is the right fit for you.

• Do you enjoy engaging with people and providing exceptional customer service?
• Are you passionate about leading, coaching, and motivating others?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?
• Are you detail-oriented and like working with numbers?
• Do you enjoy working in a diverse environment with diverse members?
• Do you take pride and ownership in all that you do?
• Are you looking for a job where you can develop professionally?

If you answered yes to these questions, we hope you apply!

To Be Considered, You'll Need:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum three (3) years of project management or similar experience

Preferred Qualifications That Could Set You Ahead:

• Six Sigma Certified.
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
• Program Management Professional (PgMP) Certified.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

Are You Ready to Join Our Team?

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we hope you apply today! If selected as a candidate, next steps may include [a phone interview to go over the basics and/or an in-person interview to learn more about your experiences and qualifications.