Program Manager

Job ID: MNSITE-3830-BPM

Hybrid/Local BPM Program Manager (PMP must/Agile/15+) with BPSI, vendor/contract/enterprise resource management, PPM tools experience

Location: St. Paul, MN (Met Council)
Duration: 12 Months

Qualifications
Master s degree with five (5) years of experience, of which two (2) or more years must be in a lead role that required project management and collaboration across multiple divisions with various stakeholders that are from different levels.
Or
Bachelor s degree with seven (7) years of experience, of which two (2) or more years must be in a lead role that required project management and collaboration across multiple divisions with various stakeholders that are from different levels.
PMP (Project Management Professional)
Project Management Institute (PMI) lifecycle; up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
Agile certifications preferred.
Project Management methodologies and tools.
Portfolio management and enterprise resource management.
Knowledge of project management software
Developing and maintaining project documentation, including writing project charters, implementation plans, resource plans, status reports and all other required project documentation.
Written and verbal communication.

IS Program Manager (Service Delivery)
This role provides leadership and coordination for programs such as Business Process Systems Integration (BPSI), ensuring successful delivery of multiple projects that align with Council initiatives. This role manages program scope, schedule, budget, and dependencies, while leading project managers and collaborating with stakeholders across all divisions. Responsibilities include developing program roadmaps, overseeing execution and tracking deliverables, managing vendor and consultant relationships, and ensuring effective communication with sponsors and senior leadership. Additionally, the position mentors project managers and supports organizational growth in project management capabilities.

Sample Tasks
Define program roadmaps; align multiple projects with Council initiatives.
Manage scope, schedule, budget, and dependencies across projects; track deliverables and benefits.
Lead project managers; mentor and build organizational PM capabilities.
Oversee vendor/consultant relationships; negotiate and manage contracts.
Maintain executive communication with sponsors and senior leadership; report status, risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies.
Standardize program governance artifacts; drive continuous improvement.
Effectively address conflict.
Provide knowledge transfer