Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ProSidian Consulting is a management and operations consulting services firm providing tailored enterprise solutions across risk management, compliance, business processes, IT effectiveness, engineering, environmental sustainability, and human capital. The Project Manager will oversee Excel spreadsheet modernization for USDA’s Cotton & Tobacco divisions, coordinating tasks, deadlines, user needs, and customized solutions across multiple divisions.
Responsibilities
- Oversee modernization of Excel spreadsheets, coordinate tasks and manage deadlines across multiple divisions
Skills
- Experience in Information Technology, Data Science, Financial Analysis, Statistics, Computer Science, or Business Management
- No specific licensure required
- Bachelor's/Master's in Project Management or related field
- PMP certification required
- Project management, Excel proficiency, strong coordination skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
- Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills for effective team management
- Outstanding time management and prioritization abilities to meet project milestones
- Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities
- Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail
- Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
- Ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
- Ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
- Understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
- Ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
- Ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
- Exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
- Ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks
- Understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office
- The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary
- Lean Six Sigma Certification: To streamline processes, which is critical for modernizing complex, macro-heavy Excel sheets
- Strong background in financial analysis, data management, or agricultural economics relevant to the USDA AMS Cotton & Tobacco Program
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification: Essential for managing the modernization of Excel spreadsheets and meeting deadlines for different divisions
- The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary
Benefits
- Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance, with employee and family coverage available and an employer contribution of 50% of employee-only premiums under the Health and Vision Plan
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Safe Harbor contributions, pretax employee contributions, investment options, and access to a personal financial planner for eligible employees
- Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks
- Holidays - 10 Federal Government
- Pre-Tax Payment Programs through a Premium Only Plan (POP), including a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and tax benefit for eligible employees
- Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program for eligible employees
- Valuable security clearance experience and credentials for engagements requiring security clearance
- Professional connections, daily client interaction, leverageable experience, and opportunities to contribute to Thought Leadership
- ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: up to $5k for referrals, with payments made after the new hire has been employed for 90 days
- Performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support
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