Project Manager, IT Project Manager

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For over 70 years, Teachers Federal Credit Union has been committed to guiding members toward building a strong financial foundation today for a better tomorrow. Recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America's Best-In-State Credit Unions in 2025, Teachers has grown into one of the nation's leading credit unions. As we expand our reach across the country, we remain focused on being both a Best Place to Bank and a Best Place to Work.

From part-time roles to executive leadership positions, Teachers offers a wide range of meaningful career opportunities.

Summary:

The Project Manager is responsible for working cross functionally with internal customers to scope projects, create and regularly update project plans, track project progress and budget, maintain and communicate detailed risk logs, and create and present management reports on project outcome and status.

Education and/or

Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in related field (project management or business administration) required or eight years project management experience

* Minimum five years' experience in a related field required; financial institution experience preferred

* Experience with project management tools

* Familiarity with Mircosoft Suite

* Lucidchart experience

* Banking, Lending and Operations experience preferred

* Experience in process design and process improvement preferred

* PMP and/or CSM certification(s) preferred

Job Responsibilities:

* Develop detailed project plans to effectively monitor progress

* Communicate project status to all stakeholders on a regular basis

* Establish and direct project scope and objectives, involving all relevant partners and ensuring technical feasibility

* Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project plan

* Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

* Own the project risk identification and mitigation process

* Develop templates and documentation to support consistency in EPMO protocols

* Ensure that budgets are adhered to and deadlines are met

* Act as an internal consultant, advocate, mentor and change agent

* Participate in change management process

* Performs other duties as needed upon request by immediate supervisor

ESSENTIAL

SKILLS:

* Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaboratively, or leading a team while remaining agile and flexible in a rapidly changing environment and managing multiple competing priorities

* Fit/Gap Analysis | Needs Analysis | Project Administration | Project Controls | Project Development | Project Documentation | Project Estimation | Project Evaluation | Project Implementation | Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) | Project Management | Project Planning | Project Scheduling | Project Status Reporting | Scope Management | Stakeholder Management | Vendor Management | Project Management Software

Benefits of Joining the Teachers Team:

We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

* This position is eligible for our annual discretionary bonus program. Some positions within the credit union also qualify for quarterly performance incentives

* Paid time off for vacation, personal days, and holidays

* 401(k) company contribution

* Teachers pays 100% of Dental & Vision premium

* Tuition reimbursement is offered to full-time employees

* Exclusive employee discount of 0.96% APR on credit card loans and a 1.00% APR on all other loans through Teachers

* The good faith range for this position is $84,250 - $101,250 annually. This range is an estimate based on potential employee qualifications and operational needs. The salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

All candidates will be subject to a background check, credit check, and drug test to determine employment eligibility. To learn more about Teachers and to view a full list of our job opportunities please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./careers

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