IT Project Manager

Overview

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to remembrance, scholarship, and education as an IT Project Manager! 

• Hours: variable hours based on workload. Roughly 20-40 hours per week
• Duration: 12 months with the potential to extend 4 additional years
• Location: Remote, must be able to keep East Coast business hours

Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the CIO
• Lead and facilitate all core Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions.
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate high-level business goals and user needs into actionable product backlogs.
• Refine and prioritize backlog items, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and technical feasibility.
• Effectively plan, coordinate, and execute project activities, managing resources, timelines, and budgets.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and proactive problem-solving.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting open communication and knowledge sharing.

Must-Have Qualifications:

Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager, with a strong understanding of Agile principles and methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple IT projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to risk mitigation.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
Experience working in a non-profit or cultural institution.
Familiarity with project management tools and software.
Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM).

The target hiring compensation range for this role is the equivalent of $45-$48 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include; medical health insurance and dental insurance, life insurance, and eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company match.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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