Job Description :
The PMO Specialist has primary responsibility for IT portfolio management processes adherence and acts as a central resource for improving project management capabilities. Major Activities / Key Challenges: Collaborates with IT PMO Manager, IT Portfolio Managers and Financial Accounting to ensure efficient and smooth functioning of project management processes Leads the identification, development and implementation of continuous improvements to the PMO functions and processes Provides design input into Project Management Systems to ensure appropriate support of Processes Helps Developing format and reports for Project Reviews and prepares Portfolio Managers with review content Responsible for day to day management of the PMO Process Partners with Project Leaders to increase capabilities in core project management skills and is seen as an expert resource in the area of project management Ability to team and partner with a broad set of internal customers to deliver improvement in multiple areas of project managment is critical to the success of this position
Essential Knowledge &Skills / Education: Bachelors Degree from an Accredited Institution Minimum five years experience in a PMO or as a project manager or portfolio manager Working knowledge of Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Working knowledge of Project Management Information Systems Data analysis and presentation skills Excellent interpersonal skills Strong Project Management skills Attention to detail is critical Basic Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience in project or portfolio management Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of Project and Portfolio Management experience in an IT setting. PMP Certification Experience working in a Project Management Office Experience redesigning internal processes to reduce administrative activity