Job ID7821
Location
Madison
Organization
Local and Tribal Governments: Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
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Introduction
WHEDA serves Wisconsin residents and communities by working with others to provide creative financial and technical resources to stimulate and preserve affordable housing, small businesses, and agriculture.
WHEDA values Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as part of our culture.
WHEDA employees participate in the State of Wisconsin benefit package https://www.wheda.com/about-wheda/careers/benefits . WHEDA offers an excellent benefits package that includes: Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance, State Retirement plan; 457 Deferred Compensation, Group Term Life Insurance (and optional term life insurance for family members), Commuter Allowance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, paid sick leave, paid vacation time thirty six (36) personal holiday hours, Nine (9) paid legal holidays per year, tuition reimbursement program.
WHEDA is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.
WHEDA employees have the option to select a hybrid telework/flex schedule.
WHEDA employees are required to report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not, and must provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first four weeks of employment.
WHEDA is seeking a dynamic and collaborative project leader to join our Project Management Office team as a Project Manager in our Madison office. This is a senior professional class responsible for performing professional level work in managing cross-functional project teams through planning and coordinating activities and resources.
Position Summary
Serves as a project manager to successfully execute (on time/on budget/with required functionality) the implementation of technology solutions or other complex initiatives. This includes: developing and executing project plans, preparing documentation, managing project scope, managing project risks, validating requirements, ensuring adherence to project management standards, creating and executing test plans, assisting in resolution of identified issues, communicating project status to appropriate sponsors and stakeholders, creation of appropriate change management plans, and/or performing other related activities.
Define and coordinate development of new technology solutions or modification of existing systems to meet business requirements. Engages with business unit subject matter experts, process owners, and information technology staff to assess, define, and validate solution needs. This includes: defining, improving, and documenting business unit processes and workflows to assist in delivery of new technology solutions, development of requirements for solution and component design, identifying critical requirements and activities to be included in delivery of solution, and providing analysis of costs and benefits of proposed solutions to management.
Act as a liaison between business units, information technology staff, and technology solution vendor(s) to support the delivery of technology solutions that support successful execution of organizational goals and priorities.
Maintain project management methodologies. Identify, research, and recommend implementation of new and/or modifications to existing project management and business analysis techniques, policies, procedures, and standards that result in improved performance of project teams. Provide training and mentorship to other employees charged with project management.
Identify, research, and recommend implementation of new and/or modifications to existing technology that result in improved performance of existing technology systems, enhance organizational capabilities, or deliver increased value to customers.
Maintain confidentiality as it pertains to customer information, employee information, or any other information obtained that has been labeled as confidential in nature.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Salary Information
Hiring Range for this position is from $76,543 to $95,509 Annually. Offered Salary will be based on qualifications. WHEDA provides a competitive salary and WHEDA employees participate in the State of Wisconsin benefit package which includes retirement, health insurance and deferred compensation programs.
WHEDA employees participate in the State of Wisconsin benefit package https://www.wheda.com/about-wheda/careers/benefits . WHEDA offers an excellent benefits package that includes: Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance, State Retirement plan; 457 Deferred Compensation, Group Term Life Insurance (and optional term life insurance for family members), Commuter Allowance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, paid sick leave, paid vacation time thirty six (36) personal holiday hours, Nine (9) paid legal holidays per year, tuition reimbursement program.
Job Details
KNOWLEDGE
Project management principles and practices
Business Requirements elicitation and management
Software development methodologies
System design principles
Data modeling principles
Computer programming terminology and techniques
System analysis and integration concepts
Workflow and process analysis methods
Motivational techniques
Problem solving methods
Workflow and process analysis methods
Agile methodology
SKILLS
Project management expertise
Excellent communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
Business process mapping and documentation techniques
Developing and implementing process improvements
Change Management fundamentals
Developing and executing multi-faceted communication plans
Developing and executing training plans
Test plan development and execution
Excellent conflict resolution skills
Ability to facilitate meetings
Strong problem resolution skills
Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines
Ability to influence others with and without direct authority
Identifying confidential data and situations
Conducting negotiations
Project budget management techniques
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field and three years of experience in systems development, integration, and project management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Certification in Project Management is not required but considered a plus.
Valid Driver’s License
How To Apply
Interested candidates can apply online at Recruitment https://adp.com . Questions can be directed to whedahr@wheda.com. This position is not eligible for a work-related immigration visa sponsorship.
An Equal Opportunity Employer Operating Under an Affirmative Action Plan
Deadline to Apply
This position will remain open until filled.
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