Project Manager

Description

Organization Overview:

Collaborating with unions, responsible employers, and government - RISE Partnership supports caregivers and public-service employees by developing unique and equitable workforce solutions, including education, benefits navigation, recruitment, and career development. RISE Partnership envisions an Oregon where all workers, and the people they serve, are honored, valued, and empowered to improve their quality of life. 

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Information Systems, the Project Manager is responsible for the management of assigned projects and project teams across the organization. This will include utilizing various project management methodologies to complete all stages of the project lifecycle. 

Essential Functions: 

• Manage project team, including internal employees and external contractors 

• Create and manage project budget 

• Identify and make operational and staffing recommendations to internal stakeholders (sponsors, executives) 

• Create a project Steering Committee, lead meetings, and compile and deliver project status reports 

• Identify, track, and manage project risks 

• Acquire general understanding of business units 

• Create, and manage assigned projects through all project phases 

• Work with stakeholders and sponsors to define, document, and manage project scope 

• Set and monitor a Project Schedule that includes milestones and deadlines 

• Develop RFPs informed by stakeholder input and manage RFP process 

• Manage vendor contracts and relationship 

• Collaborate with stakeholders including RISE staff, State partners, Union partners, and various worker populations.  

• Create project deliverables, status reports and various communication with external and internal stakeholders (sponsors, executives) 

• Track project performance using appropriate KPIs, metrics, tools, and techniques 

• Submit deliverables and ensure they are produced on time and adhere to quality standards 

• Foster a culture based on collaboration and accountability 

• Keep IS Director and other Senior Leadership informed of project status 

• Maintain confidential financial and operational information 

• Perform other relevant, project-related duties as needed 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to manage different types of projects including but not limited to: strategic initiatives, cross-functional projects, alternative analysis, continuous improvement, requirements gathering, RFP creation/evaluation, vendor management, product implementation, SWOT analysis, and technology development and/or implementations 

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines 

• Excellent organizational and communication skills 

• Strong team building and leadership skills 

• Knowledge of project management standards 

• Strong technology skills including the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Project) and Asana 

• Demonstrated commitment to leading on equity and inclusion 

• Ability to perform in fast-paced, ambiguous, and changing environments 

• Ability to support RISE’s organizational values of Respect, Integrity, Service and Equity in the development and delivery of your work including demonstrated positive interactions with staff, vendors, the consumers we support and other organizational stakeholders 

• A commitment to treating coworkers and participants with respect 

Qualifications

Experience: 

• 5 years as a Business Analyst, Junior Project Manager or Project Manager 

• 3+ years leading projects as a Project Manager or Business Analyst 

• Previous experience in systems integration 

• Previous experience managing vendor relations 

• Certification in Project Management preferred 

Working Conditions - Hybrid in or near Portland, OR (Flexible Work from Home Model) 

• Readiness to work occasional long hours, weekends 

• Able to travel between worksites and/or meeting locations within the state 

 
Pay and Benefits: 

• Open vacation plan 

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision for employees 

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision for qualified dependents 

• Employer-funded FSA plan 

• 15% employer-funded 401k (not a typo!) 

• Generous sick time and parental leave benefits 

• Paid week off for Winter Break! 

• Monthly work from home cell phone reimbursement 

• 12 holidays + 3 floating holidays + your birthday off! 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position is a confidential, senior management position that will engage in personnel matters. This position is immediately responsible for supervising other staff members. 
 

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement:
RISE Partnership is committed to keeping our community and workforce safe. Please note that all employees are required to be in compliance with our RISE Mandatory COVID Vaccination Policy. 
 

Equal Opportunity Employer: 
RISE Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. 

Ready for this opportunity?  

A resume and cover letter are required for all applications.  

Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for RISE Partnership in this capacity and provide an example of your demonstrated success in a similar position.