PROJECT MANAGER - HEADQUARTERS

STAR Financial Bank is an Indiana-based community bank known for its culture of delivering quality service, personalized banking solutions, and innovative use of technology for more than 80 years. We are proud to be a community bank in every aspect of the word. Beyond monetary giving and employee volunteerism, STAR is dedicated to partnering with the people and organizations that improve our communities. At every one of our locations, employees demonstrate their commitment to STAR and our customers by honoring our core values of Honesty & Integrity, Accountability, Respect for All, Do What’s Right, Commitment to Lifelong Learning, Community Leadership, Being Progressive, Celebrating Success and Remaining Independent.

STAR Financial Bank proudly celebrates diversity and remains conscious of the realization that diversity is not solely represented by physical characteristics. STAR is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) with a commitment to inclusivity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. STAR complies with applicable STAR and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities.

The Project Manager position is included in a workplace model that allows for a combination of in-office and remote work.

As a Project Manager, essential responsibilities include:

• Manage projects on a day-to-day basis and ensure project team members are held accountable to implementing on time, within budget and to the required scope and quality.
• Support all business areas, including IT, with multiple projects/initiatives as assigned.
• Participate in ongoing development of project management processes including risk and issue management, dependency management, status reporting, benefits realization, change control, etc.
• Collaborate with a team of Project Managers, Business Analysts, Subject Matter Experts, vendors, etc. to successfully deliver projects/initiatives within established deadlines.
• Actively contribute to project document repository by way of project updates, reports, presentations, and other project artifacts, as required.
• Practice timely and proactive decision making and accountability to ensure the project meets objectives while embracing Continuous Improvement Culture
• Provide regular project status updates to interest parties, including immediate escalation of key issues where necessary utilizing Project Management software solutions (Smartsheet)
• Oversee the identification and tracking of project risks and issues, establish target resolution dates and execute mitigation plans.
• Effectively manage cross department communication with a focus on potential barriers to maintain alignment across the organization
• Initiate after action project reviews, benefits realization and ensure lessons learned from the project are integrated into future projects.

Skills Needed

• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Project Management.
• Knowledge and experience in implementing project management processes, methodologies and tasks.
• Strong analytical skills for use in analysis, interpretation, and application of statistical data.

In addition to traditional compensation and benefits packages, our leaders continue to collaborate to launch innovative employee benefits and perks including, Affordable Medical/ Vision/ Dental Coverage • Flexible Dependent Care Account • Health Savings Account (with employer contributions) • Prescription Drug Plan • Employee Wellness Initiatives (physical/mental/financial) • Health Management Reimbursement  Program • Short Term/Long Term Disability • Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Competitive Pay and Bonus Program • 401k (with employer match) • Generous Paid Time off including 11 1/2 holidays.  

** Eligibility of benefits are determined by employment status classification and may be discussed during the interview process.