Associate IT Project Manager

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Associate IT Project Manager

Date Posted : Sep 9, 2024 Requisition ID : 449260 Location :

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

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About the Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS) :

The Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS’) is among the largest 100 pension systems in the United States. INPRS serves the needs of approximately 473,000 members and retirees representing approximately 1,244 employers, including public universities, school corporations, public safety, municipalities, and state agencies.

The Indiana Public Retirement System is a public pension fund that manages approximately $40 billion in assets, making it one of the largest in the United States.

We are located in the heart of the city, in downtown Indianapolis, near the circle & across the street from our monumental state house.

This position will allow a flexible (hybrid) work arrangement, but will require Indiana state residency. This position is not eligible for H-1B or any other kind of temporary or permanent sponsorship for work authorization by the Indiana Public Retirement System.

Therefore, if you will require sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.

Why Join Our Team?

INPRS believes that people are the foundation of our success. It takes people with different backgrounds, ideas, and strengths to be successful.

Balance in life is important. We strive to have a flexible and supportive environment while not sacrificing service to our members.

We pride ourselves on modeling a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment for our employees. Our mission. As fiduciaries, educate stakeholders, collect necessary contributions, and prudently manage member assets to deliver promised defined benefit and defined contribution benefits and services."

For more information about our organization, please visit our INPRS Careers Page :

Salary :

The salary range for this position is $67,000 - $86,000 per year, depending on years of experience and education.

Role Overview :

This position plans, organizes, and controls all operations and activities of small to medium size projects, or phases of a larger project.

Projects can be operational in nature and the Associate IT Project Manager may also be responsible for coordinating, facilitating, and supporting operational duties outside of a specific project.

Incumbent receives supervision and guidance of higher-level Project Manager(s) and staff. These projects have small teams.

Guidelines are complex in nature and may require some judgment in making adaptations to fit the conditions of the work. Work is broad in scope and requires consideration of conflicting variables.

Incumbent works under immediate supervision of higher-level staff and receives general instructions for work in support of INPRS requirements.

Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment, accuracy, and compliance with division and INPRS policy.

A Day in the Life :

The essential functions of this role are :

• Manages small to medium size IT projects that may involve departments / divisions within INPRS and other state or contracted resources for the project;
• Participate in high level scoping; facilitation of project kickoff;
• Ensures project requirements, deliverables and approvals are defined;
• Ensures roles and responsibilities on the project are defined;
• Creates and maintains project plans, risk and issue logs;
• Ensures Change Requests are completed as needed;
• Coordinates and monitors activities of all parties involved in the project to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget;
• Creates and maintains a team atmosphere and work environment to promote project work productivity;
• Communicates project status to appropriate management and interested parties;
• Ensures the delivery of a product that meets specifications;
• Ensures completion of post-project reviews and related artifacts for potential process improvements;
• Performs related duties as assigned

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success :

Experience and Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree
• CAPM Certification preferred
• 3+ years of experience in a project management capacity with 1 year managing smaller to mid-size projects that encompass technology functionality areas

Job Requirements :

• Ability to lead, encourage, maintain effective working relationships, and influence others to perform;
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing;
• Effective time management and organization skills;
• Effective problem solving and conflict resolution skills;
• Basic knowledge of project management theories and practices and the ability to apply that knowledge, including Waterfall & Agile methodologies;
• Basic knowledge of MS Applications including Project, Excel & Visio;
• Basic knowledge of CRM applications and projects
• Basic knowledge of ServiceNow;
• Basic knowledge of SDLC;
• Basic knowledge of pension plans;
• Ability to make independent decisions while upholding INPRS ethical standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports :

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Comprehensive Benefits Package :

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible Work Arrangement (3 days in-person & 2 days remote)
• Healthcare coverage (medical / dental / vision)
• Health savings account with employer contribution
• Prescription coverage
• Employer funded retirement plan (pension plan)
• Deferred compensation plan (employer and / or employee contribution plan)
• Flexible spending account
• Work / life balance ( hours weekly)
• 12 paid holidays; 14 during election year
• Paid leave (personal, sick, vacation)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional credential reimbursement
• Group life insurance
• Employer-paid downtown parking

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application and resume for review. For more information about our organization, please visit our INPRS Careers Page : .

Equal Employment Opportunity :

The Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS) is an Equal

Opportunity Employer