SPMO Program Manager - Remote

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PSCU/Co-op Solutions is now Velera! PSCU and Co-op Solutions became a single entity on January 2, 2024, and our new company name was announced on May 7, 2024. Our new brand represents our combined company’s shared mission and unique ability to drive velocity and positive momentum for credit union success in a new era of financial services.

BASIC FUNCTION

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Determine program and/or project goals and priorities with project Sponsors, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Direct and communicate clear vision of the program and/or project’s objectives and motivate the project team to achieve them.
• Manage complex problems or escalated issues/roadblocks where analysis of the situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors to achieve the best program results.
• Provide program management expertise, which includes leading various highly complex projects within assigned program; Serve as lead on projects and programs involving multiple project staff.
• Meet with business unit leadership and various stakeholders to review and determine program/ project requirements, and related specifications, such as plans for testing, support, and training, and establish timeline and budget.
• Manage program utilizing VELERA project management standards; Manage utilizing Agile, Waterfall and other methodologies as required.
• Work with project managers assigned to the program to identity, coordinate and manage project inter-dependencies such as resources, release dates, etc.
• Coach to clarify assignments and deliverables; mentor others in project management practices; manage integration of team members’ work.
• Use appropriate project management tools to track, analyze, and communicate plan against actual performance; Mitigate risks and gaps in performance.
• Provide program level reporting which can include Status Report, Resource and Financial Plans, etc.
• Coordinate completion of various integration elements of assigned projects, to include: project plan development and execution, and overall change control; develop project plans to include full project scope from initiation, planning, definition, verification, and change control.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• 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.
• Specific vision abilityes required by this job include close vision.
• Ability to occassionally life/move up to 25 pounds.
• Individuals with a disability who are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job may request a reasonable accommodation through the Human Resources department.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. PMP certification , or specialized certification, such as Black Belt Six Sigma, SDLC or InfoSec Security certification preferred . Agile certification preferred.

Experience: 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate behaviors based on VELERA values: Excellence, Innovation, Leadership, Passion, Trust and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
• Demonstrate strategic, conceptual, analytical thinking and decision-making skills; Adaptability and flexibility including ability to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity, and change
• Ability to manage internal and external client expectations on program/project requirements and deliverables
• Experience managing large scale technology projects (software/hardware)
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, work in fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines
• Experience with distributed development/business teams that span multiple geographies, time zones, and cultures
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to gain consensus through mediation, find innovative solutions to challenges, and identify issues and provide potential solutions
• Must be a confident, self-starter, self-motivated individual who enjoys challenges that come with driving, coaching, and mentoring to deliver results
• Strong planning, organization, leadership and problem solving skills and have the ability to negotiate with and influence others across all organizational levels
• Ability to work with all levels of leadership both internally and externally, creating value and buy-in as a key change facilitator helping drive execution on our commitments
• Adept in advanced communication skills and crafting clear and concise executive summaries to effectively convey complex program details to stakeholders at all levels
• Proficiency in project management, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software applications; Proficiency in Microsoft Project,  and Microsoft SharePoint
• Ability to travel as needed, less than 25%

About Velera

At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners.   Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE!

Pay Equity

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Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Great Work/Life Benefits!

• Competitive wages

• Medical with telemedicine

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Optional Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Maternity, Parental, Family Care

• Community Volunteer Time Off

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Company Paid Disability Insurance

• 401k (with employer match)

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Supplemental Insurance

• Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Wellness program

• Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster and the "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.

Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here (English and Spanish). For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here (English and Spanish poster).

As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@pscu.com for assistance.