IT Project Manager II

NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy, financial services and business support services to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country. NRECA employees are united by our mission, inclusive culture, collaborative workplace and commitment to service excellence. As a "best place to work" employer, we operate with integrity, transparency and a spirit of innovation.

Join IT at NRECA where we are more than a team, we are a community. Guided by the core tenets of Simplicity, Security, Continuity, Transparency, and Flexibility, we strive to deliver business value through collaboration, ideation, and innovation. Become an integral part of a community driven to continuously improve our processes and transform how we work - in partnership with our colleagues and in service to our members. This is a Hybrid position located in Arlington, VA.

We are looking for someone who (under general direction), will plan and facilitate all aspects of system-specific projects from initiation to delivery providing analysis and possible solutions using standard procedures. They will lead cross-functional teams to address business and/or systems issues. Projects are typically mid-to-large scale with development/implementation requiring 6+ months to complete.

Key Responsibilities
* Oversees system-specific projects from start to finish using Agile methods. Typical projects include network, server, or software upgrades.
* Drives cloud-first, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps initiatives.
* Coordinates IT and internal teams by defining requirements and assessing feasibility and impact.
* Creates detailed plans and manages implementation: allocating resources, tracking progress, handling change control, testing, documentation, training, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
* Acts as Scrum Master for one or more teams-leading Agile events, coaching practices, and fostering continuous improvement. Tracks projects, analyzes outcomes, and resolves issues.
* Leads cross-functional teams to solve business or system challenges.
* Defines complex user needs, system goals, data sources, reporting, and integration.
* Advises users and mentors junior staff.
* Manages backlog, balancing stakeholder needs with development limits, and connects business goals to technical execution.

Required Qualifications and Skills
* Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management or related discipline and required experience or equivalent relevant work experience
* Minimum of 5 years of project management related experience with proficiencies in Software Development Life Cycle methodologies, applications and techniques
* 2-4 years implementing Disaster Recovery programs aligned with ISO 27031
* Demonstrated ability to translate ISO 27031 guidance into practical recovery strategies, procedures, and documentation
* Experience with risk assessments, Business Impact Analyses (BIAs), and developing Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs) in partnership with business and IT stakeholders
* Hands-on experience conducting DR tests and exercises and documenting recovery procedures
* Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to mature DR/BCP capabilities
* Familiarity with cloud-based DR solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure, Druva, Veeam)
* Experience using MS Office products and Visio

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
* Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management or related discipline and required experience or equivalent relevant work experience
* Familiarity with project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, ServiceNow)

Essential Physical Requirements
* The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

* Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Additional Requirement:

The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail humanresources@nreca.coop or call: 703-907-5992 - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call 402-483-9275 - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources, for Lincoln, NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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