Project Manager

About Us:

• If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

* Salary: $50,000-$55,000

* Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

* Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

* PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.

* 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.

* Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.

* $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

* Employee Assistance Program

* Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

* Tuition reimbursement program

* Training and career development.

* Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

Under the direction of Director of Program Innovation, the Project Manager will manage, support, and initiate the development, planning and implementation of a wide variety of projects which support program and support service growth, maturation, and efficiency. Projects may include process improvements, onboarding new programs, or expansion of an existing program or project, that improve quality of service to our clients, reduction in business costs, or organizational efficiency.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assists the Project Management team through the processes of projects lifecycle, as assigned. This might include but not limited to:

- Develop Project Charter.

- Identify Stakeholders.

- Identify current processes and supportive data.

- Manage scope; define and plan project tasks, timeline, and responsibilities.

- Identify resources.

- Direct and manage the project plan execution.

- Monitor new process/program performance.

- Close project. Document project work, training, procedures and lessons learned.

• Builds relationships through interaction with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Lead projects as assigned.
• Participates in cross-functional meetings, gathering requirements that align with the organization's mission statement.
• Attends regular team meetings with the Project Management team providing consistent, effective communication on project status updates: milestones, tasks, timeline, potential risks and issues that could hinder projects' ability to complete on time.
• Assists the Project Management team with preparing meeting agenda, meeting minutes, troubleshooting solutions and communicates with stakeholders where relevant.
• Support the team in other tasks as assigned and attend all team meetings.
• Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of the team and organizational targets/goals as measured by Key Performance Indicators and in the annual plan.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business, Project management preferred or work experience in the same field.

PMI-CAPM certificate, PMI-PMP, PMI-ACP is a plus. Lean Six Sigma is a plus.

Skills Requirements:

Understand and utilize Sanctuary (Trauma Informed Care) throughout role. Proficient in Office 365 and ability to learn new platforms and technology. Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework. Basic project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize and organize multiple assignment/tasks. Excellent facilitation skills. Strong problem-solving mindset. Initiative and ability to make independent decisions. Ability to adapt to constantly changing environment. Excellent analytical skills and interpersonal skills. Basic understanding of Lean tools and Data Analytics. Ability to plan and organize work with attention to detail.

Demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to handle job related matters in a professional and diplomatic manner.

Physical Requirements:

Physical, emotional and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress. Must be able to operate all components of a computer (keyboard, monitor, etc.) for several hours at a time. Must be comfortable working in a deadline-driven department.

Other:

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at Daryl.Belluccia@Metromin.org