EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit . Follow on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

Echostar has an exciting opportunity for an IT Project Manager. This position will be located at our office in CO.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate all aspects of internal information system-specific projects from initiation to delivery.
• Collaborate across IT functions, including applications development, technology and operations.
• Control and report upon development team project statuses to manager. Report output plan including metrics, timing and issues to manager.
• Assist in design definition and tests systems, and/or system changes to insure system efficiency, integrity, productivity and maintainability.
• Interact with business representatives with a goal of establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with respect to application performance, future enhancements, business and IT processes, and accountability.
• Recognize and analyzes problems of average complexity.
• Independently considers a variety of alternatives to arrive at a timely, practical solution.
• Complete multiple tasks in the time allocated to accomplish results by coordinating with other organizational units and resources.
• Analyze business trends, when appropriate, to enable the company to operate in a cost-effective manner.
• Exceptional communication skills and embrace significant challenges and opportunities with enthusiasm and confidence.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with co-workers that do not report directly to them.
• Incorporate effective change and risk management controls.
• Mentor and Manage Project Managers and/or Project Coordinators

• Plan and coordinate all aspects of internal information system-specific projects from initiation to delivery.
• Collaborate across IT functions, including applications development, technology and operations.
• Control and report upon development team project statuses to manager. Report output plan including metrics, timing and issues to manager.
• Assist in design definition and tests systems, and/or system changes to insure system efficiency, integrity, productivity and maintainability.
• Interact with business representatives with a goal of establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with respect to application performance, future enhancements, business and IT processes, and accountability.
• Recognize and analyzes problems of average complexity.
• Independently considers a variety of alternatives to arrive at a timely, practical solution.
• Complete multiple tasks in the time allocated to accomplish results by coordinating with other organizational units and resources.
• Analyze business trends, when appropriate, to enable the company to operate in a cost effective manner.
• Exceptional communication skills and embrace significant challenges and opportunities with enthusiasm and confidence.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with co-workers that do not report directly to them.
• Incorporate effective change and risk management controls.
• Mentor and Manage Project Managers and/or Project Coordinators.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in information systems or related technical field
• 8 years of related IT and business/industry work experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 3 years of supervisor/management experience
• 3 years progressive project management and Business Systems applications experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years managing projects for IT Infrastructure, Network, Server, and Security.
• Experience managing Agile projects.
• Collaborative, results-oriented and proven leader in the IT arena with solid IT management experience and breadth of experience across IT functions.
• Knowledge and expertise in project management, program management methodologies and tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to concisely report technical information to all levels of executive management

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.