Project Manager II

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. CoreCivic is currently seeking a Project Manager II located at our corporate office in Brentwood, TN. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Project Manager II is responsible for the successful design, planning, and implementation of large-scale Technology/Operational Projects for all CoreCivic departments. Responsible for executing the CoreCivic Program Management Office Methodology and managing CoreCivic employees and external vendors on assigned projects.

• Responsible for the successful design, planning, and implementation of large scale/complex Technology/Operational Projects for CoreCivic.

• Responsible for executing PMO projects in strict compliance with CoreCivic's Program Management Methodology.

• Leads software development projects utilizing a CoreCivic specific version of the Agile software development methodology.

• Leads all project related meetings with line staff and executive staff.Provides update on project status/progress to CoreCivic Executive leadership as needed.

• Provides business analytics support to assigned projects.

• Coordinates testing and training of new technology services prior to implementation, as indicated in the PMO Methodology.

• Provides and coordinates post-live support for rollout phase of new services/technologies.

• Maintains relationships with customer departments and ensures all support is provided in the context of assisting application users succeed in their business goals.

• Domestic U.S. travel may be required.

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Technology, Operations Management, Business Management, or other related field is required.A Master's degree is preferred.

• Five years of progressively increasing responsibility in leading/managing large scale technology-based projects is required.

• Experience should include project management responsibility for projects spanning multiple years and budgets of $1M+.

• Requires experience in developing and tracking budgets and in conducting peer level QA for PMO implementations.

• Strong verbal, written and group communication skills are required.

• Experience in using Agile Software Development Methodology is preferred.

• "Big 5" consulting experience and/or PMI certification is preferred.

• Occasional overnight travel is required.

• A valid driver's license is required.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE - including Disability/Veteran