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Description

Our growing Products Teams is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join in on an existing multi-level project that will impact many functional aspects of the bank!

The Project Manager will be exposed to a wide variety of enterprise projects and will build on a strong working knowledge of banking to support and execute project management initiatives. This person will work closely with business sponsors, subject matter experts, IT professionals, and product owners to plan, coordinate, and execute projects that align with business goals, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, within budget and with excellent quality. The PM will also be responsible for managing project resources and timelines, facilitating communication, navigating change, and implementing strategies to mitigate risks.

Requirements

• Understands the scope of the project and what the bank is trying to accomplish.
• Plan, initiate, document and drive project outcome using a blend of traditional and agile practices.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive PM process to ensure proper documentation and communication is adhered to by all stakeholders utilizing Jira and Confluence.
• Drive teams and hold them accountable to deliver on timelines.
• Understand and communicate critical pathing across project teams.
• Identify and communicate dependencies between vendors, internal teams, processes, and procedures and effectively document and communicate dependencies.
• Manage vendor and cross-functional team dependencies for product development and integrations to meet initiative objectives.
• Keep teams focused on collaborative and efficient work across work groups ensuring that each team is working on the best next step.
• Monitor progress and keep stakeholders informed the entire way.
• Track project health, anticipate and intercept cross-functional blockers.
• Lead the analysis of project blockers to determine root cause and ensure responsible parties are informed and act swiftly to resolve.
• Manage development initiatives with vendors and service providers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables. Work to keep them on task and on time.
• Work with and help teams make data-driven decisions.
• Facilitate team meetings when appropriate.
• Adheres to and upholds all written policies and procedures of Mascoma Bank, including BSA/CIP and OFAC monitoring and reporting, security, operation, and personnel policies.
• This job description provides a general overview of the role and is not intended to provide a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities.

Work Location: This position can be performed remotely within our VT, NH and ME market areas.

What You Bring

• 8+ years in project management preferred.
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools (Jira, Confluence), methodologies, and best practices to track and maintain project success.
• Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful.
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.
• Strong soft skills including communication, collaboration, critical observation, problem solving and leadership.
• Ability to proactively keep teams moving forward.
• Ability to set clear goals.
• Requirements for gathering and business analysis skills.
• Skilled at writing proposals, documentation, and project plans.
• Good presentation and facilitation skills.
• Can design/layout information so it's easy to understand.
• Ability to maintain focus on delivering an outcome, not output.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.
• Professional appearance; grooming and dress consistent with Mascoma Bank appearance policy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of customer information.

If you are interested in the role and do not meet 100% of the requirements, we are still interested in hearing from you!

Why Mascoma Bank?

• Strong culture of belonging with a team that values creativity, new perspectives and innovation.
• Community first minded. We care about our employees and the communities we serve.
• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work environment.
• Career development and internal career mentorship.
• Comprehensive health care, dental care, and vision.
• 401(K) Program: 4% safe harbor employer match on top of 5% non-elective contributions following one year of service.
• Generous PTO starting at 22 days per year, not including 11 paid holidays and 16 hrs. of Volunteer Time Off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Student Loan Paydown and so much more!

Background and Credit Check As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure financial institution, all final candidates will be required to successfully complete background and credit screenings as part of the hiring process. These screenings will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and industry regulations.

Please note : Having a record on a background or credit report does not automatically disqualify you. We evaluate results on a case-by-case basis, taking into account their relevance to the role and any regulatory requirements.

Our Commitment to Belonging! The communities served by Mascoma Bank consist of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our employees likewise bring unique perspectives, experiences, and approaches to the bank. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for all who pass through our doors and a workplace that actively demonstrates mutual respect and trust, one of our core values. A truly inclusive culture leads to a sense of belonging and support for all team members and inspires innovation and creativity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse talent pool, increasing team member engagement through professional development and community outreach activities, and offering personal growth workshops and team-building opportunities. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, we strengthen our communities and ourselves. Mascoma Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. To request reasonable accommodations, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

Mascoma Bank is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Salary Description
$107,342 - $132,384/year depending on experience