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First American Bank

Location: Elk Grove VillageIL 60007 Document ID: A8495-01WO Posted on: 2015-01-1601/16/2015 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2015-02-15
 

Junior Project Manager

This hourly (non-exempt) position will serve all business areas of First American Bank through implementation of new or updated business processes and systems, as well as accomplish project objectives by planning, supporting, and managing smaller-scale project activities. This is an entry-level position within the Centralized Operations Project Management Department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Successfully master managing a project from initiation to closure.Work with Project Sponsor, stakeholders, and other Project Managers to create the project scope, goals, and deliverables to complete the project.

Assist project team with defining project tasks and resource requirements.

Partner with Project Managers to develop full-scale project plans bank-wide or for a specific business unit that can last anywhere from 3 months to a year depending upon the scope of the project.

Prepare agendas and meeting minutes.

Schedule meetings accordingly.

Monitor and update project tasks.

Prepare and provide weekly updates to resources of upcoming due dates.

Monitor project deliverables using MS Project.

Assist and support project team with the development, implementation, and ongoing management of project(s).

Work on multiple smaller-scale projects simultaneously.

Coordinate efforts with internal departments and vendors as necessary.

Prepare and manage tracking of open issues/bugs.

Present findings and status reports to management as required based on the project.

Conduct group presentations and meetings as needed.

Other assigned duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required.

Minimum of 1 year of project management experience is REQUIRED.

Banking industry experience a plus.

A strong understanding of product and systems within the financial service industry preferred.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, professional presentation, organizational skills and a proactive customer service approach.

Effectively communicate with internal customers and co-workers.

Must be able to work both with a team and independently.

Ability to demonstrate conflict resolution, leadership, adaptability and coordination capabilities.

Minimum of 1 year of professional experience working with MS Project and Visio is REQUIRED.

Must have an above average understanding of various computer applications, including but not limited to: word processing and spreadsheets.

Some travel to outside locations for project development meetings, vendor meetings, or training can be expected.

Scheduled hours are typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday-Friday. Occasional weekend or evening hours as workload dictates.

First American Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans).
     
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