IT Project Manager/SCRUM Master

The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland is part of the nation’s central bank. We’ve provided many opportunities for professional growth during our history.

For eighteen years in a row, we’ve been named One of Northeast Ohio’s Best Places to Work by North Coast 99. This prestigious award honors organizations with outstanding employment practices, including compensation, benefits, training, recruitment, retention, community services, and employee communications.

At our state-of-the-art offices we are seeking innovative thinkers with vision to build the framework that will carry the Bank into the future. Join our team!

IT Project Manager/SCRUM Master

Position Summary

The Project Manager position will be a blended role requiring both Scrum Master and project management skillsets. Primary responsibility will be to organize and drive technical projects, track project performance, identify and manage risk, communicate project progress to stakeholders, and champion initiatives on behalf of the Bank. A continuous improvement mindset and ability to work within an Agile framework such as LEAN, SCRUM, or Kanban is a must. The position will embrace a continuous improvement mindset by looking for efficiencies that enhance the team’s processes and pushes towards a more streamlined Agile practice. The Position will be empowered to propose information technology strategies, policies, and procedures by evaluating organization outcomes and identifying opportunities. Position is expected and will be supported in maintaining professional and technical knowledge by reviewing professional publications, attending educational workshops, and maintaining a strong technical network. Success at this position will require close coordination with other bank departments and Federal Reserve National organizations.

Essential Accountabilities

Accountable for the execution and quality of assigned technology projects and initiatives.

Guiding project teams through project execution while showing flexibility to adapt as needed to meet project goals.

Partners with IT Management to build technology roadmaps and communicate throughout the bank as required.

Coordinates and sustains vendor relationships.

Anticipates and eliminates barriers/risks to project success.

Adaptive communication strategies for different target audiences with ability to employ negotiation, diplomacy, and conflict resolution

Compile metrics in support of communicating project health.

Manage the financial component of projects to ensure project budget health.

Provide project management consultation and guidance in support of PM efforts throughout the Bank.

Scrum Master Role on various initiatives in order to build strong, effective, functional self-directed project teams.

Champion the continuous evolution of an Agile mindset within the department.

Facilitates Agile ceremonies which include daily stand-up, sprint planning, demos, and retrospective meetings.

Remove impediments faced by Agile team.

Support the Product Owner to prioritize and refine backlogs.

Mentor and coach less experienced staff on project team.

Best Buy Apple Computing Master

What does a Best Buy Apple Computing Master do?

At Best Buy our mission is to leverage the unique talents and passions of our employees to inspire, delight, and enrich the lives our customers through technology and all its possibilities. If you have a passion and curiosity for what is possible and enjoy people, we invite you to join us on this mission.

Best Buy Apple Computing Masters excel at selling products and services, working closely with other members of the sales team. They accumulate the appropriate knowledge and expertise through continuous learning and self development. Then, armed with the right tools and knowledge, they create ease and add value to the Best Buy shopping experience, ensuring customers end-to-end needs are met. As a trusted adviser and partner, Best Buy Apple Computing Masters deliver unique customer value by developing strong relationships with customers, bringing them a little closer to family and friends by helping them close the gaps with technology.

Youre a techno learner who enjoys working with people–employees and customers! Apple Computing Masters must not only know latest products–mobile devices, laptops, tablets–but stay ahead of the curve by frequently exploring and learning about new products and solutions.

80% of your time you will:
* Engage customers using selling skills to build complex, connected solutions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where customers feel supported and leave delighted.
* Inspire customers by showing them whats possible with technology.

20% of your time you will:
* Use innovative training tools to stay current, confident and complete, driving profitable growth and achieving individual and department goals.
* Accumulate and apply the appropriate knowledge and expertise through continuous learning and self-development, enabling you to provide an excellent customer shopping experience.
* Maintain your departments merchandising and readiness to serve customers. Back up the sales team for phone and store pickup.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

What are the Professional Requirements of a Best Buy Apple Computing Master?

Basic Qualifications
* 1 year of experience in sales, customer service or related field
* Ability to work successfully as part of a team
* Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of holidays, nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications
* Prior experience serving as a specialist/enthusiast in premium, luxury or complex technology product/services
* 1 year sales experience
* 1 year experience working with consumer electronics products/services

Sr Program Analyst (Integrated Master Scheduler)

DRS Technologies is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security.

Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Leonardo which employs more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance.
For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at http://www.drs.com.

DRS Technologies, DRS Training & Control Systems (TCS), Fort Walton Beach, FL, provides engineering, manufacturing, and support of defense and aerospace systems for sea, land, air, and space use.
Our product and service areas include electronic control and monitoring systems, aerospace material handling systems, simulation and training systems, aerospace support equipment, contract manufacturing, engineering, and product support. In addition, DRS TCS has contract logistics support operations domestically as well as in Europe and the Middle East.

Job Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL

Title:

Senior Program Analyst (Integrated Master Scheduler)

Position Summary:

Develops plans, schedules and budgets to meet contractual requirements for multiple and/or large complex programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:
* Creation and maintenance of program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
* Responsible for the development of a DCMA compliant Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) that achieves necessary cost and schedule integration
* Creation and maintenance of Integrated Master Plan (IMP)
* Assist in planning, scheduling, and cost estimating tasks
* Perform analyses and prepare reports to assist in ensuring that programs meet or exceed schedule commitments
* Participate in the preparation of schedules for all contract work and perform and/or assist in analyses such as critical path, schedule risk, and variance analysis
* Incorporate contractual and programmatic changes into the IMS in order to maintain realistic, current contract schedule baselines

* Perform other duties as assigned

* Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends DRS mission, values and culture

Basic Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field of study
* Prefer minimum 8 years of professional experience in Accounting, Finance, Program Management or Program Planning & Scheduling
* Prefer minimum 5 years of scheduling experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment (preferably aerospace)
* Demonstrated experience in using MS Office suite products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
* Demonstrated Microsoft Project experience (or similar project scheduling software)
* The ability to interface and influence at all levels of an organization
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Ability to thrive in a deadline-oriented environment

* US Citizenship is required.

Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge:
* Eight (8) plus years of professional experience in Program Planning & Scheduling
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
* Demonstrated ability to balance technical/cost/schedule constraints to achieve customer satisfaction
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in assisting Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) in planning, scheduling and cost estimating tasks
* Demonstrated experience with Risk and Opportunity Management

DRS Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. #AIS