Contract Creative Project Manager Jobs in Springfield, MO

At Jack Henry, we deliver technology solutions that are digitally transforming and empowering community banks and credit unions to provide enhanced and streamlined user experiences to their customers and members. Our best-in-class products are just the start as we lay the groundwork for the future of digital banking and payments. We hope you'll join us. We can't do it without you. 

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Enterprise Conversion Solutions team. This team provides high-end data solutions for our financial institution clients by converting high-risk secure financial data from our proprietary systems into other formats. Project Managers work with other members of the ECS team including Programmers, Vendors and Support Representatives to successfully complete data conversion projects. 

The Technical Project Manager position is responsible for planning, organizing, executing, and managing all aspects tied to a conversion. The ideal candidate must be highly motivated and aware of client needs, company goals, and employee coordination to bring a conversion to completion. Responsibilities include but are not limited to sitting on Pre-Contract Sales call,  post contract to understand expectations, conducting scoping calls, creating project plans, Driving project timelines, customer update calls, updating all project Share Point entries, and communicating that plan clearly and precisely to all internal and external resources. These resources could range from Customers, Sales, Programmers, Vendors, Project Managers, Consultants and internal ECS Installation team members. Our Technical Project Managers are responsible for the full logistics for each data conversion and handles review of discovery source system analysis to ensure all pertinent items are accounted for.

The salary range for this position is $65,900- $82,400 depending on location and experience. 

This position will be hired in a hybrid capacity out of our Springfield, MO. location. 

You must be able to come onsite at least 4 times per month for in office meetings or events. The remainder of the time, you are able to work remotely from home.

What you'll be responsible for:   

• Responsible for researching any expectations, other comp product installation dates and activities.
• Responsible for producing and communicating project plan with all appropriate parties.
• Responsible for hosting scoping, kickoff, and status calls with our customers, JHA Product Groups, 3rd Party Groups, and JHA Corporate groups as needed.
• Escalation point and responsible for issue tracking and escalation
• Responsible for project organization, oversight and tracking according to the department project management framework and overall project management best practices.
• Manage Multiple projects at one time with little oversight. Keep detailed notes on all projects.

What you'll need to have:

• Minimum of 4 years of combined experience in data conversions, project management within the financial industry. 
• Must be able to travel up to 5% for additional training at one of our Jack Henry office locations.
• Must have experience working in with Microsoft Office applications with focus working in Excel. 

What would be nice for you to have:  

• Bachelor's degree.
• PMP Certified.
• Experience with MS SharePoint.
• Experience in any of the following categories is preferred: project coordination, project management and or software implementation.
• Professional and or Educational experience using any of the following is preferred: MS Project, MS Excel using (pivot tables, look-ups, formulas).
• Experience working with general Windows networking.
• Entry to Moderate experience with SQL databases.
• Entry to Moderate understanding of Virtual Environments.
• Knowledge of Jack Henry products and services. 

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this positing, we still encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet motivated people who align with Jack Henry's mission and can contribute to our company in a variety of ways.

Why Jack Henry?

At Jack Henry, we pride ourselves through our motto of, "Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun." We recognize the value of our associates and believe much of our company's strength and success depends on their well-being.

We demonstrate our commitment by offering outstanding benefit programs to ensure the physical, mental & financial well-being of our people is always met.

Culture of Commitment

Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Rising to meet challenges and seeking opportunities is part of who we are as an organization. Our culture has helped us stay strong through challenging times and we credit our dedicated associates for our success. Visit our Corporate Responsibility site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business - and our society - stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.

No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.

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