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Job Description:
Summary:
The Director of Project Management is responsible for leading project management for multiple remediation efforts within the Office of Remediation PMO to drive on time, on target delivery of all initiatives. They are Responsible for developing and evolving the processes through which all product prioritization and development is completed. Improves productivity of department through effective delegation, serving as the delivery driver on multiple and complex business and remediation activities. Demonstrates perspective and critical thinking that is cross functional, extending beyond immediate area of responsibility. Communicates status, including risks and issues, of all business unit (remediation) projects to senior staff, including well developed observations, solutions and recommendations based on strong critical thinking skills. Challenges the status quo by evaluating situations from multiple facets and ongoing opportunities for improvement. Manages staff training, development and performance in area of responsibility. Develops and manages relationships across multiple stakeholders, expanding leadership influence to accomplish results through others.
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Creates a culture of effective risk management, accountability, and demonstration of risk awareness across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Develops and reviews plans, manages issues and risk, analyzing workflow, establishes priorities, resolves blockers.
- Meets with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
- Refines processes used to take projects from concept through implementation using the SAFE framework. Drives process from initiation through closure, leveraging Remediation Office Frameworkds and standards.
- Engages in continuous improvement with team to realize increased value to the organization.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management, Engineering, or related
- 10+ years of project management and/or lean or SAFE experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4+ years of financial service experience
- SAFe (Scale Agile Framework) SPC4 certification
- SAFe (Scale Agile Framework) Leading SAFe Certification
- Solid track record of successful stakeholder management
- Experience in risk, compliance, and remediation project management
In Lieu of Education:
- 12+ years of Project Management and/or Lean or SAFe Experience
- #LI-ML2
Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Sep-25-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $150,500.00 to $228,900.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
- STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
- Recognition Program
- Education Assistance
- Commuter Benefits
- Family Support Programs
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.
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All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
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